FAO Regional Office for Africa
The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) is a specialized agency of the United Nations that leads international efforts to defeat hunger.
In Africa, our goal is to achieve food security for all and make sure that people have regular access to enough high-quality food to lead active, healthy lives. With 47 sub-Saharan African countries, the Regional Office for Africa believes that everyone can play a part in ending hunger.
Highlights
Youth in Agriculture
Young people in Africa are central to FAO’s work for agrifood systems transformation. Learn more about our current projects.
Digital Villages Initiative in Africa
The DVI focuses on accelerating rural transformation by leveraging innovative digital tools. Learn more.
OCOP in Africa
OCOP is the One Country One Priority Product initiative to develop green value chains. Discover which countries and products are involved.
Regional Technical Platform
Transformation of the agriculture sector in Africa is at the heart of driving progress towards ending poverty, hunger and malnutrition. Learn more.
Recent and upcoming events
1/12
2025
5/12
2025
25th Session of the African Forestry and Wildlife Commission (AFWC25)
Hybrid Event, 01/12/2025 - 05/12/2025
Venue
Sir Dawda Kairaba Jawara International Conference Centre (SDKJICC) in Banjul, the Gambia
Purpose of AFWC
To advise on the formulation of forest and wildlife management policy and to review and coordinate its implementation at the regional level; to exchange information and advise on suitable practices and action in regard to technical...
25/11
2025
27/11
2025
Southern Africa After Action Review Workshop on Anticipatory Action
Hybrid Event, 25/11/2025 - 27/11/2025
The Regional Anticipatory Action Working Group (RAAWG), co-led by Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies, World Food Programme (WFP), is convening the Southern Africa After-Action Review (AAR) Workshop on Anticipatory Action to consolidate lessons ...
Action Areas
Youth in Agriculture
Young people in Africa are central to FAO’s work for agrifood systems transformation. Learn more about our current projects.
African Forestry and Wildlife Commission
The African Forestry and Wildlife Commission (AFWC) is one of the six regional forestry commissions of the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO). The others cover the regions of Asia-Pacific, Europe, Latin America and the Caribbean, Near East, and North America.
Digital Villages Initiative in Africa
The DVI focuses on accelerating rural transformation by leveraging innovative digital tools. Learn more.
Empowering women
Francesca Brenda Opoku is an agribusiness and entrepreneur who has over the years benefited from FAO’s support.
Great Green Wall
Explore this interactive story of Africa’s Great Green Wall.
OCOP in Africa
OCOP is the One Country One Priority Product initiative to develop green value chains. Discover which countries and products are involved.
Regional Technical Platform
Transformation of the agriculture sector in Africa is at the heart of driving progress towards ending poverty, hunger and malnutrition. Learn more.
YenKasa Africa
A regional initiative by FAO, Farm Radio International, the Pan-African Farmers’ Organization and other partners, YenKasa aims to enhance knowledge and experience sharing on agriculture and rural development in sub-Saharan Africa.
FAO and the Green Climate Fund (GCF)
Explore the directory of FAO-led Green Climate Fund (GCF) projects in Africa
Green Cities Initiative
Partnerships for vibrant and inclusive African cities with green and productive urban spaces.
Hand-In-Hand Initiative
Explore the list of HiH countries in Africa.
Green Climate Fund approves a record $300 million for FAO-designed projects in Papua New Guinea, Saint Lucia and the Sahel
The initiatives focus on forestry management, fisheries transformation and land restoration.
Stories of Impact
In Depth
IN FOCUS
Family Farming Knowledge Platform
IN FOCUS
FAO emergencies and resilience
STATISTICS
FAOSTAT - Food and agriculture data
Voices of Impact
Recent Publications
Strengthening partnerships for improved nutrition and food systems- An overview of key stakeholders in the African region
14/07/2025
Discover how strategic partnerships are reshaping Africa’s fight against malnutrition. This new FAO publication highlights key actors, priority areas, and innovative approaches driving nutrition-focused collaboration across the continent, offering a roadmap toward achieving Zero Hunger and stronger, more resilient food systems.
Lessons learning and knowledge sharing on resilience building in Africa. Workshop Report
06/05/2025
In November 2024, FAO’s Regional Office for Africa brought together eight countries in Uganda to exchange knowledge, data, and field-tested solutions on resilience building. From Somalia’s fodder value chain to Zimbabwe’s smallholder irrigation schemes, the workshop spotlighted innovative, community-led approaches and data-driven insights shaping the future of resilience. Dive into the highlights, lessons, and next steps toward a more resilient Africa.
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Gender-inclusive toolkit for financial institutions in sub-Saharan Africa - Making the African Continental Free Trade Area work for women
31/03/2025
New Release! Gender-inclusive toolkit for financial institutions in sub-Saharan Africa is now available! Discover actionable insights and practical guidance to foster gender-responsive financing in agriculture.
Sanitary and phytosanitary measures Making the African Continental Free Trade Area work for women: Policy brief
29/03/2025
AfCFTA: Unlocking Opportunities for Women in Agrifood Trade The AfCFTA creates new market opportunities for women farmers, traders, and agripreneurs, but trade facilitation and gender-responsive SPS measures are key to unlocking its full potential. This policy brief explores how SPS regulations impact women in agrifood trade and offers recommendations to enhance compliance, inclusivity, and food safety. How can AfCFTA support women traders? #WomenInTrade #AfCFTA #FoodSafety
Useful links
Contact
Regional Office for Africa
#2 Gamel Abdul Nasser Road
Accra, Ghana
P.O. Box GP 1628 Accra, Ghana
Tel: +233 (0) 302 610930
Fax: +233 (0) 302 668427
E-mail: [email protected]
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