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Promoting Sustainable Agriculture and Climate Resilience in African Nations

Elona Erezi, Ogar Elizabeth Ehi, Oladosu Tosin Ayodeji

Abstract

This study examines the critical intersection of agriculture, climate change, and sustainable development in Africa. It emphasizes the urgent need to strengthen agricultural sectors to ensure food security, alleviate poverty, and address climate change's looming threat. The research involves a literature review methodology, analyzing climate change trends and their impact on food security through both qualitative and statistical analysis. It also includes the creation of a customized climate change adaptation framework for Africa. Sustainable agriculture emerges as a key solution to address challenges, such as soil degradation, in Africa's diverse agricultural landscape. Climate change, driven by greenhouse gas emissions, significantly affects the like diversification, ecosystem-based adaptation, and continent's agriculture. Strategies technology adoption are highlighted. Government policies, climate advisories, and sustainable agriculture initiatives play vital roles. The study concludes by stressing the importance of collaboration, innovation, and investment to fortify Africa's agriculture against climate change, leading to a more secure and prosperous future.

Keywords

Climate ChangeSustainable AgricultureDiversificationEcosystem-Based AdaptationAfrica.

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