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Kenya considers duty-free import of 3MMT of maize amid low harvest
Kenya is reviewing a proposal from the Cereal Millers Association (CMA), which says increased imports are needed to secure adequate supplies and prevent further pressure on maize flour prices.
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Olam Agri unveils ‘Baking Brighter Futures’ with US$2M commitment for African bakers
The initiative brings together Olam Agri’s existing baker-development programmes across several African markets under a broader platform designed to expand skills development and economic opportunities in the baking sector.
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Kenya seeks more Ugandan maize imports with aflatoxin-free grain conditions
Kenya is ready to increase maize imports from Uganda but insists that strict food safety standards must accompany expanded trade.
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Black Sea tensions threaten global wheat supplies, raise risks for Africa
Black Sea tensions are putting fresh pressure on global wheat supplies, with disruptions to Russian and Ukrainian exports creating risks for import-dependent markets across Africa.
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Guinea seeks to accelerate rice self-sufficiency through China-Brazil cooperation
The strategy combines Chinese expertise in high-yield hybrid rice with Brazilian agricultural technology and investment, reflecting Conakry’s wider push to modernize farming, improve productivity and reduce reliance on imported rice.