NEWS
October.12.2023

The first issue of the KSADP/SAA Monthly Newsletter (ver. September) released

We are pleased to announce the release of the first issue of the KSADP/SAA monthly Newsletter, featuring a primary focus on the activities and progress of the Kano Agropastoral Development Project, KSADP, for the month of September.

NEWS
October.6.2023

SAA participated in the 13th Africa Food Systems Forum (AGRF) in Tanzania

The 13th Africa Food Systems Forum, convened in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania from September 5-8, 2023, was a monumental convergence of Africa's leading minds, policymakers, and innovators. Under the theme “Recover, Regenerate, Act: Africa’s Solutions to Food Systems Transformation,” the event fostered profound discussions on the future trajectory of agriculture and food systems across the continent.

NEWS
October.2.2023

SAA exhibited at Global Festa JAPAN 2023 & won an Excellence Award in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Photo Contest!

Global Festa Japan 2023, held at the Tokyo International Forum on September 30 and October 1, 2023, stands as one of Japan's largest public and private sector organization gatherings for forwarding international cooperation, social contribution and SDGs. It brought together a diverse array of organizations involved in these fields, with each showcasing their booths and facilitating a wide range of events and workshops.

SAA officials in a group photo with Nasarawa Agricultural Development Program (NADP) staff during a courtesy call in Lafia, Nasarawa State, Nigeria.
NEWS
September.25.2023

On the Ground in Nasarawa: SAA's Commitment to Agricultural Transformation in Nigeria

Sasakawa Africa Association (SAA) continues its dedication to agricultural transformation in Nigeria, aiming to elevate the incomes of smallholder farmers and scaling up agricultural technologies and practices that enhance productivity.

EVENT
September.15.2023

<Register NOW> SAA will participate in the 4th All Africa Post-Harvest Congress and Exhibition (AAPHCE): 19-22 Sep

The 4th All Africa Postharvest Congress and Exhibition (AAPHCE) is scheduled from 19th to 22nd September 2023 in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Organized at the African Union Commission (AUC) headquarters, this event will feature various stakeholders, including SAA, as a contributing partner.

PUBLICATION
September.6.2023

Op-Ed by SAA's Lead Specialist on Regenerative Agriculture Featured on Africa.com etc...

Dr. Stella Kabiri, Lead Regenerative Agriculture at Sasakawa Africa Association (SAA), recently authored an insightful op-ed on Africa.com, emphasizing the transformative potential of Regenerative Agriculture (RA) in addressing Africa's food security challenges. Amidst global disruptions like climate change and supply chain of agro-input issues, Dr. Kabiri sheds light on how RA offers a sustainable path forward. By enhancing soil fertility, boosting biodiversity, and promoting eco-friendly ...

Dr. Toshiko Abe, a member of the House of Representatives of Japan (Bottom centre),  Ms. Takako Ito, Japanese Ambassador to Ethiopia (Bottom right) visiting SAA-Ethiopia
NEWS
August.17.2023

A Japanese House of Representatives Member Visits SAA's Ethiopia Office

On August 12, Dr. Toshiko Abe, a member of the House of Representatives of Japan, accompanied by the Japanese Ambassador to Ethiopia, Ms. Takako Ito, made a courtesy visit to the SAA office in Addis Ababa.

NEWS
August.9.2023

SAA participated in the 3rd Annual Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) Week in Ethiopia

The 3rd Annual Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) Week 2023 took place from June 7-9 at the Ghion Hotel in Addis Ababa, under the theme 'Proactive CSOs for Sustainable Peace, Human Rights, and Good Governance'. The event was a collaborative effort between the Ethiopian Civil Society Organization Council (ECSOC) and the Authority for Civil Society Organizations (ACSO). SAA proudly participated as both an exhibitor and a co-sponsor.
Distinguished guests at the event included H.E. Dr. G...

NEWS
August.9.2023

Strengthening Farmers Training Centers (FTCs) for Effective Technology Transfer in Amhara region, Ethiopia

SAA Ethiopia successfully implemented Pro-Environment Market-oriented Agricultural Project (PREMAP-I), in the North Mecha district of Amhara region and the Negele Arsi district of Oromia from March 2022 to May 2023, under the funding of the Japanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA). At the Beraqat Kebele Farmers’ Training Center (FTC) in Amhara, which was transformed into a Model FTC with newly constructed facilities, the inauguration ceremony was held on May 28th 2023 to celebrate the success...

PUBLICATION
August.1.2023

SAA Annual Report 2022: Building sustainable and resilient food systems

We are pleased to announce the release of our Annual Report for 2022. This report encapsulates our commitment to strengthening Africa's food systems and supporting smallholder farmers in Ethiopia, Mali, Nigeria, and Uganda.

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