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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.
SAA's Strategic Partnership Director Shares Insights during NHK news
Dr. Mel Oluoch, the Strategic Partnership Director at Sasakawa Africa Association (SAA), appeared on NHK, Japan's public broadcaster on 29 July 2023. He provided his insights on the gravidity of the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war on food security in Africa.
SAA-Uganda Breaks ground for One-Stop Centers in Napak and Kole, supported by the Japanese Government's NGO grant
The official groundbreaking ceremony for two Multipurpose Agricultural Cooperatives in Uganda was organized by Sasakawa Africa Association (SAA) in collaboration with the District and Local Communities on May 29, 2023. This marked the official start of the construction of two One Stop Center Associations (OSCAs) in the two northeastern districts of Uganda (Kole and Napak) with funding from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Japan-MoFA. Partners, like the World Food Program (WFP) and District local ...
Japanese Ambassador Inaugurated PREMAP-I Project Facilities in Ethiopia (Oromia)
On 29 May 2023, facilities established under the Pro-Environment Market-oriented Agriculture Promotion Project (PREMAP-I) funded by the Japanese Government were inaugurated at the Turge Galo Farmers’ Training Center (FTC) in the Negele Arsi District of the Oromia region. The FTC will establish community variety plots that enable farmers to learn about new varieties and good agricultural practices. Among the facilities provided are training and exhibition rooms, a greenhouse, and a water pond equ...
The Sasakawa Africa Association Announces New Leadership and Honorary Advisors, Marking a Milestone in Advancing Sustainable Agriculture in Africa
The Sasakawa Africa Association (SAA) is pleased to announce important leadership transitions and the appointment of Honorary Advisors, further enhancing its strategic direction and partnerships in driving positive change in agricultural development in Africa.
Strengthening Cassava Seed Production in Nigeria: SAA's New Initiative under BASICS-II
The Sasakawa Africa Association (SAA) is pleased to embark on a new initiative as part of the "Building an Economically Sustainable, Integrated Cassava Seed System, Phase 2" (BASICS-II) project, led by the International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA).
Call for Papers: Special Issue on Agriculture Extension Models in AJFAND Journal supported by SAA and AFAAS
We are excited to announce a collaborative effort between the African Journal of Food, Agriculture, Nutrition and Development (AJFAND), the African Forum for Agricultural Advisory Service (AFAAS) and SAA to publish a special issue on Agriculture Extension Models.
SAA recognized at Uganda's first National Agricultural Extension Week
Sasakawa Africa Association-Uganda took part in the very first Uganda National Agricultural Extension Week (NAEW) that took place on 23 – 26 May 2023 at Kabira Country Hotel in Kampala, Uganda.
【CLOSED】[Vacancy Announcement-SAA Ethiopia Office] Deputy Country Director
Currently we are recruiting a Deputy Country Director of SAA Ethiopia Office.
【CLOSED】[Vacancy Announcement-SAA Ethiopia Office] Administrative Coordinator
Currently we are recruiting a Administrative Coordinator of SAA Ethiopia Office.
SAA Publications
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"Walking with the Farmer"
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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.
Success stories
Voices from the Field Special Edition 2022
This is a special edition of the "Voices from the Field" articles.
