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Women in Agriculture Hold the Key to Africa's Food Security

Summary by Farmers Review Africa

According to the World Bank, the agricultural economy employs 65 – 70% of Africa’s labour force and on average accounts for 30–40 percent of GDP. In developing nations, women are believed to make up 43% of this agricultural workforce. Yet, the barriers many women face in the sector limit their productivity, hinder their full contribution, […] The post Women in Agriculture Hold the Key to Africa’s Food Security appeared first on Farmers Review Af…

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