scholarly journals Global Change and Investments in Smallholder Irrigation for Food and Nutrition Security in Sub-Saharan Africa

2020 ◽  
pp. 99-131
Author(s):  
Munir A. Hanjra ◽  
Timothy O. Williams
Keyword(s):  
Global Change ◽  
Sub Saharan Africa ◽  
Food And Nutrition Security ◽  
Nutrition Security ◽  
Food And Nutrition ◽  
Sub Saharan ◽  
Smallholder Irrigation

Assessing and managing intensification in smallholder dairy systems for food and nutrition security in Sub-Saharan Africa

2015 ◽  
Vol 16 (8) ◽  
pp. 2257-2267 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mizeck G. G. Chagunda ◽  
Agnes Mwangwela ◽  
Chisoni Mumba ◽  
Filomena Dos Anjos ◽  
Bettie S. Kawonga ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Sub Saharan Africa ◽  
Food And Nutrition Security ◽  
Nutrition Security ◽  
Food And Nutrition ◽  
Smallholder Dairy ◽  
Dairy Systems ◽  
Sub Saharan

The contributions of wild tree resources to food and nutrition security in sub-Saharan African drylands: a review of the pathways and beneficiaries

2020 ◽  
Vol 22 (1) ◽  
pp. 64-82
Author(s):  
C.K. Koffi ◽  
A. Lourme-Ruiz ◽  
H. Djoudi ◽  
E. Bouquet ◽  
S. Dury ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Food Security ◽  
Sub Saharan Africa ◽  
Economic Relations ◽  
Food And Nutrition Security ◽  
Nutrition Security ◽  
Causal Pathways ◽  
Food And Nutrition ◽  
Wild Tree ◽  
Sub Saharan ◽  
Food And Nutritional Security

Wild tree resources are known to play an important role in local stakeholders' livelihoods particularly in the food and nutrition security of people living in semi-arid sub-Saharan Africa. Based on a comprehensive review of the literature, this article examines the relative importance of the contributions of tree resources to food and nutrition security for rural households, while considering alternative causal pathways. The main conclusions of the review are that most studies provide useful evidence on specific contributions of tree products to food and nutritional security, and for whom. However, detailed data on the actual contribution of tree products are still lacking. In addition, we argue that the concept of access as a pillar of food security is not sophisticated enough to understand the landscape dynamics and the socio-economic relations at the nexus of food security and rights of access. Links are needed to better understand the underlying processes in the definition of each stakeholder's rights of access to tree resources in a context of rapidly changing landscapes, and how income generated by tree resources contributes to food and nutrition security. An approach to food security based on rights of access would advance our understanding of their use and tackle the root causes of food deficiency based on different social groups. In light of current patterns of access to tree food for different stakeholders, including women and children, an intersectional approach that accounts for age, gender, ethnicity and wealth would benefit food security research by a more targeted and discerning approach to existing rights of access and to the roles of different community members.

scholarly journals Unlocking the Potential of Fish to Improve Food and Nutrition Security in Sub-Saharan Africa

2021 ◽  
Vol 14 (1) ◽  
pp. 318
Author(s):  
Rodney T. Muringai ◽  
Paramu Mafongoya ◽  
Romano T. Lottering ◽  
Raymond Mugandani ◽  
Denver Naidoo
Keyword(s):  
Sub Saharan Africa ◽  
Micronutrient Deficiencies ◽  
Food And Nutrition Security ◽  
Nutrition Security ◽  
Scientific Disciplines ◽  
Food And Nutrition ◽  
High Prevalence ◽  
Sub Saharan ◽  
Global Population

Approximately one-third of the global population suffering from chronic hunger are in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA). In addition to high prevalence of chronic hunger, millions of people suffer from micronutrient deficiencies. Meanwhile, there is growing consensus across scientific disciplines concurring that fish plays a crucial role in improving food and nutrition security. Therefore, the present review aims to demonstrate the role of fish and the whole fisheries sector towards securing food and nutrition security in SSA by summarizing the existing literature. Fish is a treasure store of animal protein and essential micronutrients such as zinc, iodine, calcium, and vitamins, which are essential in human nutrition and have proven to help reduce the risks of both malnutrition and non-communicable diseases. Policymakers, development agencies, and society should recognize the role that the fisheries sector can play in combatting hunger and undernutrition, especially for the poor and marginalized people in SSA.

Developing millet-based cereal products with enhanced nutritional properties

2021 ◽  
pp. 319-354
Author(s):  
Kwaku G. Duodu ◽  
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John Lubaale ◽  
Eugenie Kayitesi ◽  
◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Sub Saharan Africa ◽  
Nutritional Properties ◽  
Processing Methods ◽  
Cereal Products ◽  
Food And Nutrition Security ◽  
Nutrition Security ◽  
Food And Nutrition ◽  
Sub Saharan ◽  
Traditional Processing

There is a growing awareness today about climate change and its expected ravaging effects on agricultural productivity, food production and ultimately, food and nutrition security. Against this backdrop, drought-tolerant hardy crops are gaining importance as significant sources of food and nutrition especially in the most vulnerable parts of the world mainly in sub-Saharan Africa and Asia. In this regard, the millets, which are major cereal staples in many parts of Africa and Asia are of importance for food and nutrition security in these regions. Millets are processed into various foods using traditional processing methods such as fermentation and malting and modern technologies such as extrusion cooking. This chapter focuses on how these processing methods can enhance the nutritional properties of millet-based foods. The simple practice of compositing millets with other plant foodstuffs for enhanced nutritional quality of millet-based foods is also explored.

scholarly journals Research, development and capacity building for food and nutrition security in sub-Saharan Africa

2020 ◽  
Vol 9 (2) ◽  
pp. 264-281
Keyword(s):  
Capacity Building ◽  
Food Production ◽  
Sub Saharan Africa ◽  
Research Development ◽  
Food And Nutrition Security ◽  
Nutrition Security ◽  
Research Activities ◽  
Food And Nutrition ◽  
Human Capacity ◽  
Sub Saharan

This paper focuses on research, development, and capacity building in relation to food and nutrition security (FNS) in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA). It looks at human capacity, education, teaching and learning, women empowerment, research, innovation and technology, research, indigenous knowledge (IK), institutional aspects, infrastructure, information and communication technologies (ICT), policies and finance. Professional bodies exist in many countries and the extent to which they engage in FNS awareness creation differs. Food and nutrition insecurity continues to affect people in Africa’s 54 nations where the population is expected to double by 2050 with the expected doubling of food production to keep pace with population growth. Within the continent there is a substantial number of human capacity professionals who are global leaders in food, nutrition and related professions. Some research organisations in the continent directly or indirectly benefit from grants administered by developed economies but a challenge exists with brain drain and ageing of qualified and experienced experts. Increasing educational need, coupled with the growing population necessitates attention to ensuring a sustained supply of highly trained, adequately equipped and qualified professionals in the relevant fields of food and nutrition sciences. Higher educational institutions exist in especially those that fall within the 500 in world universities ranking. Research activities take place in the continent along with the translation of research outputs into commercialisable products. Research towards transforming agriculture for improved livelihoods is taking place in different parts of the continent. Education, governance, gender and rural development are the key challenges. Income growth and the impacts of climate change on food production have contributed to food insecurity. ICTs can play an important role for FNS. Strengthening research, development, capacity building and industry cooperation are critical for FNS in Africa.

Governance quality, remittances and their implications for food and nutrition security in Sub-Saharan Africa

2020 ◽  
Vol 127 ◽  
pp. 104752 ◽  
Author(s):  
Adebayo Isaiah Ogunniyi ◽  
George Mavrotas ◽  
Kehinde Oluseyi Olagunju ◽  
Olusegun Fadare ◽  
Rufai Adedoyin
Keyword(s):  
Sub Saharan Africa ◽  
Food And Nutrition Security ◽  
Nutrition Security ◽  
Food And Nutrition ◽  
Governance Quality ◽  
Sub Saharan

scholarly journals A 20-Year Journey Through an Orphan African Baobab (Adansonia digitata L.) Towards Improved Food and Nutrition Security in Africa

2021 ◽  
Vol 5 ◽  
Author(s):  
Achille E. Assogbadjo ◽  
Flora Josiane Chadare ◽  
Leonard Manda ◽  
Brice Sinsin
Keyword(s):  
Rural Livelihoods ◽  
Wide Distribution ◽  
Sub Saharan Africa ◽  
Full Potential ◽  
Adansonia Digitata ◽  
Important Species ◽  
Food And Nutrition Security ◽  
Nutrition Security ◽  
The Past ◽  
Food And Nutrition

The African baobab (Adansonia digitata L.) is a multipurpose orphan tree species of the semi-arid and sub-humid Sub-Saharan Africa where it plays an important role in rural livelihoods. Its wide distribution and dense nutrition properties make it an important species for food and nutrition security in Africa. However, despite the increasing interest in the species over the past two decades, the full potential of baobab remains underexploited. This review highlights strides made over the past 20 years (2001–2020) towards harnessing and unlocking the potential values of baobab in Benin, West Africa, to contribute to food and nutrition security. Challenges and threats are identified, and next steps suggested to guide research and development initiatives for orphan tree fruit species like baobab to address hunger and malnutrition in Africa.

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