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Sikasso Hosts 13th Seed Fair: A Strategic Showcase for Agricultural Innovation
The 13th edition of the Seed Fair was held in Sikasso on May 9–10, 2025, under the leadership of the Seed Association of Mali (ASSEMA).
SAA Advances Community-Based Soybean Seed Multiplication Under SoPRI Project in Jimma and Bunno Bedele Zones
As part of Ethiopia’s national effort to boost local edible oil production and improve livestock feed availability, the SoyLink Consortium—comprising the Sasakawa Africa Association (SAA), Farm Radio International (FRI), and Green Agro Solution–LERSHA—is implementing a series of projects across fifty kebeles in five districts.
Jimma hosts a Joint Results Review meeting to review wheat and soybean projects funded by AGRA
SAA took part in the Joint Results Review (JRR) meeting held in Jimma from March 10–13, 2025, where it highlighted its contributions to the AGRA-funded project, Fostering sustainable farming practices and production technologies for improved soybean productivity, resilience and income of smallholder farmers in Jimma and Bunno-Bedele Zones of Oromia Region, Ethiopia (SoPRI).
Appointment of Mr. Shuichi Suzuki as President of SAA
The Sasakawa Africa Association (SAA) is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Shuichi Suzuki as President, effective March 31, 2025.
Growing Resilience: SAA Distributes 200,000 Cashew Seedlings in Karamoja, Uganda
Karamoja, a region historically challenged by harsh climatic conditions, is undergoing a remarkable agricultural transformation. With support from the Nippon Foundation, Sasakawa Africa Association (SAA) has launched a groundbreaking regenerative agriculture initiative, centered on cashew nut farming.
Africa’s Soil Rebirth: SAA Launches Regenerative Agriculture Blueprint in Uganda
On January 10, 2025, Sasakawa Africa Association (SAA) unveiled its latest initiative to combat soil degradation in Africa with the launch of the book "A Basket of Regenerative Agriculture Technologies for the Improvement of Soil Health in Africa".
Op-Ed by Country Director-Uganda, Mr. Robert Anyang, "Harnessing the Kampala Declaration for Africa’s Agricultural Transformation" featured on the media
Sasakawa Africa Association (SAA) proudly announces the publication of an Op-ed authored by Mr. Robert Anyang, Country Director of SAA Uganda, discussing the outcomes of Summit on the Post-Malabo Comprehensive Africa Agriculture Development Programme (CAADP) held in Kampala from January 9–11, 2025.
The Integrated Soybean Value Chain Development Project Launched in Jimma and Bunno-Bedele Zones, Oromia Region, Ethiopia
The Integrated Soybean Value Chain Development Project, funded by AGRA, was officially launched in Jimma City, Oromia Region on December 28, 2024.
Improving Pesticide Management and Use in Ethiopia: A Key to Boosting Agricultural Productivity
Ministry of Agriculture (MoA), in collaboration with the Sasakawa Africa Association (SAA), organized a national consultation forum on December 26, 2024, to raise awareness about pesticide management and use of while identifying sustainable solutions for the sector.
SAA Participates in the CAADP Extraordinary Summit in Kampala, Uganda
SAA Participates in the CAADP Summit in Kampala, Uganda, from January 9–11, 2025.
SAA Publications
E-newsletter
"Walking with the Farmer"
SAA publishes a bimonthly e-newsletter reporting on SAA activities.
SAA Mail News
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SAA history book
"Walking with the Farmer: The journey of the Sasakawa Africa Assoication since 1986"
This book chronicles the history of SAA from its inception to the present.
Annual Report
Annual Report FY2023
Annual Report FY2023 is available here.
