UPDATES
The Experts Behind Africa’s Cashew and Rice Value Chains
How the MOVE master training programmes build regional expertise across farmers, markets and policy
The Missing Piece in Nigeria’s Rice Sector: Stronger Milling Businesses
Training programmes help millers strengthen business management and operational practices, enabling local processors to better respond to Nigeria’s growing demand for rice
From Pastry-Making to Food Security in Beni
Women survivors of violence rebuild their livelihoods while improving access to affordable local food
PRODUCTS
Using New and Digital Technologies for Small-Scale Irrigation
Findings of a market study
New Corporate Design Rules for Sector Networks
As of January 2019, all sector networks' publications, presentation slides etc. have to use a standardised design
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
VIDEOS
Functionality Is the Cornerstone for Rural Resilience
"From pilots to scale, always put functionality first."
Moving Beyond Short-Term Fixes: Anthony Chapoto on Rural Resilience in Zambia
Why Zambia must move beyond subsidies and short-term fixes toward long-term investments in resilience and agriculture
Strengthening Resilience through Diversification
Diversification, training and access to finance — key steps to strengthen rural resilience.
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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.





