UPDATES
Toolbox on Solar Powered Irrigation Systems
The toolbox provides hands-on guidance to end-users, policy-makers and financiers on risks related to system efficiency, financial viability and sustainable use of water resources
Politics Shifts Into Gear With the Promotion of Rural Youth Employment
A new sector project on rural employment with a special focus on youth starts its operations
Technical Business Services for Cocoa Farmers
Generating youth employment, making farming more competitive and attractive — Concepts and experiences from Côte d’Ivoire, Ghana and Togo
PRODUCTS
Role and Recognition of Land Governance in GIZ Projects in Africa — Counterpart Strategies and Investment Plans
Comprehensive results of a survey on land governance in Africa conducted by the PPARD working group
Harnessing the Chances of Digitalisation for Rural Development
Study on lessons learned in connection with using ICTs in agricultural projects
ICT Toolbox for Contract Farming Professionals
10 effective information and communication tools to enhance the competitiveness of contract farming
VIDEOS
Satellite Earth Observation for Agricultural Monitoring — Webinar Recording
Conventional, freely available satellite earth observation data can be utilized to assess the state and changes in agricultural systems — see how your project can do it!
What It Takes to Run a Dairy Farm in Kenya
Lydiah Wafula on employment on her farm in Western Kenya
Business Model Analysis as a Critical Factor for Value Chain Development
The fourth webinar sequel focuses on the analysis of business models in agricultural value chains
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Launched in 1995 in Lesotho, the Sector Network Rural Development Africa today deals with all aspects related rural development and sustainable management of natural resources in Africa. In addition, rural development issues are linked to broader aspects of economic development as well as good governance processes.