FAO Regional Office for Africa
The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) is a specialized agency of the United Nations that leads international efforts to defeat hunger.
In Africa, our goal is to achieve food security for all and make sure that people have regular access to enough high-quality food to lead active, healthy lives. With 47 sub-Saharan African countries, the Regional Office for Africa believes that everyone can play a part in ending hunger.
Highlights
Youth in Agriculture
Young people in Africa are central to FAO’s work for agrifood systems transformation. Learn more about our current projects.
Digital Villages Initiative in Africa
The DVI focuses on accelerating rural transformation by leveraging innovative digital tools. Learn more.
OCOP in Africa
OCOP is the One Country One Priority Product initiative to develop green value chains. Discover which countries and products are involved.
Regional Technical Platform
Transformation of the agriculture sector in Africa is at the heart of driving progress towards ending poverty, hunger and malnutrition. Learn more.
Recent and upcoming events
24/ 11
2025
28/11
2025
African Commision on Agricultural Statistics (AFCAS), 29th Session
(Tunisia), 24/11/2025 - 28/11/2025
Twenty-ninth Session of the African Commission on Agricultural Statistics (AFCAS), in Hammamet (Tunisia).
28/ 4
2025
30/4
2025
14th Africa Regional Management Team Meeting (RMT14)
28/04/2025 - 30/04/2025
Africa Regional Management Team Meeting (RMT14) – 28-30 April 2025!
FAO leaders from across Africa will convene for the 14th Africa Regional Management Team Meeting (RMT14) from 28 to 30 April 2025—a key platform for strategic discussions, innovation, and partnerships to drive impactful transformation. This year,...
Action Areas
Youth in Agriculture
Young people in Africa are central to FAO’s work for agrifood systems transformation. Learn more about our current projects.
African Forestry and Wildlife Commission
The African Forestry and Wildlife Commission (AFWC) is one of the six regional forestry commissions of the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO). The others cover the regions of Asia-Pacific, Europe, Latin America and the Caribbean, Near East, and North America.
Digital Villages Initiative in Africa
The DVI focuses on accelerating rural transformation by leveraging innovative digital tools. Learn more.
Empowering women
Francesca Brenda Opoku is an agribusiness and entrepreneur who has over the years benefited from FAO’s support.
Great Green Wall
Explore this interactive story of Africa’s Great Green Wall.
OCOP in Africa
OCOP is the One Country One Priority Product initiative to develop green value chains. Discover which countries and products are involved.
Regional Technical Platform
Transformation of the agriculture sector in Africa is at the heart of driving progress towards ending poverty, hunger and malnutrition. Learn more.
YenKasa Africa
A regional initiative by FAO, Farm Radio International, the Pan-African Farmers’ Organization and other partners, YenKasa aims to enhance knowledge and experience sharing on agriculture and rural development in sub-Saharan Africa.
FAO and the Green Climate Fund (GCF)
Explore the directory of FAO-led Green Climate Fund (GCF) projects in Africa
Green Cities Initiative
Partnerships for vibrant and inclusive African cities with green and productive urban spaces.
Hand-In-Hand Initiative
Explore the list of HiH countries in Africa.
African Commission on Agricultural Statistics (AFCAS)
The African Commission on Agricultural Statistics (AFCAS) is a statutory body of FAO and meets every two years. AFCAS brings together senior statistics officials from FAO member countries of the African continent
Youth in Agriculture
Young people in Africa are central to FAO’s work for agrifood systems transformation. Learn more about our current projects.
African Forestry and Wildlife Commission
The African Forestry and Wildlife Commission (AFWC) is one of the six regional forestry commissions of the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO). The others cover the regions of Asia-Pacific, Europe, Latin America and the Caribbean, Near East, and North America.
Digital Villages Initiative in Africa
The DVI focuses on accelerating rural transformation by leveraging innovative digital tools. Learn more.
Empowering women
Francesca Brenda Opoku is an agribusiness and entrepreneur who has over the years benefited from FAO’s support.
Great Green Wall
Explore this interactive story of Africa’s Great Green Wall.
OCOP in Africa
OCOP is the One Country One Priority Product initiative to develop green value chains. Discover which countries and products are involved.
Regional Technical Platform
Transformation of the agriculture sector in Africa is at the heart of driving progress towards ending poverty, hunger and malnutrition. Learn more.
YenKasa Africa
A regional initiative by FAO, Farm Radio International, the Pan-African Farmers’ Organization and other partners, YenKasa aims to enhance knowledge and experience sharing on agriculture and rural development in sub-Saharan Africa.
FAO and the Green Climate Fund (GCF)
Explore the directory of FAO-led Green Climate Fund (GCF) projects in Africa
Green Cities Initiative
Partnerships for vibrant and inclusive African cities with green and productive urban spaces.
Hand-In-Hand Initiative
Explore the list of HiH countries in Africa.
African Commission on Agricultural Statistics (AFCAS)
The African Commission on Agricultural Statistics (AFCAS) is a statutory body of FAO and meets every two years. AFCAS brings together senior statistics officials from FAO member countries of the African continent
Youth in Agriculture
Young people in Africa are central to FAO’s work for agrifood systems transformation. Learn more about our current projects.
African Forestry and Wildlife Commission
The African Forestry and Wildlife Commission (AFWC) is one of the six regional forestry commissions of the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO). The others cover the regions of Asia-Pacific, Europe, Latin America and the Caribbean, Near East, and North America.
Digital Villages Initiative in Africa
The DVI focuses on accelerating rural transformation by leveraging innovative digital tools. Learn more.
Empowering women
Francesca Brenda Opoku is an agribusiness and entrepreneur who has over the years benefited from FAO’s support.
Great Green Wall
Explore this interactive story of Africa’s Great Green Wall.
OCOP in Africa
OCOP is the One Country One Priority Product initiative to develop green value chains. Discover which countries and products are involved.
Regional Technical Platform
Transformation of the agriculture sector in Africa is at the heart of driving progress towards ending poverty, hunger and malnutrition. Learn more.
YenKasa Africa
A regional initiative by FAO, Farm Radio International, the Pan-African Farmers’ Organization and other partners, YenKasa aims to enhance knowledge and experience sharing on agriculture and rural development in sub-Saharan Africa.
FAO and the Green Climate Fund (GCF)
Explore the directory of FAO-led Green Climate Fund (GCF) projects in Africa
Green Cities Initiative
Partnerships for vibrant and inclusive African cities with green and productive urban spaces.
Hand-In-Hand Initiative
Explore the list of HiH countries in Africa.
African Commission on Agricultural Statistics (AFCAS)
The African Commission on Agricultural Statistics (AFCAS) is a statutory body of FAO and meets every two years. AFCAS brings together senior statistics officials from FAO member countries of the African continent
Stories of Impact
In Depth
IN FOCUS
Family Farming Knowledge Platform
IN FOCUS
FAO emergencies and resilience
STATISTICS
FAOSTAT - Food and agriculture data
IN FOCUS
Family Farming Knowledge Platform
IN FOCUS
FAO emergencies and resilience
STATISTICS
FAOSTAT - Food and agriculture data
IN FOCUS
Family Farming Knowledge Platform
IN FOCUS
FAO emergencies and resilience
STATISTICS
FAOSTAT - Food and agriculture data
Voices of Impact
Recent Publications
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Gender-inclusive toolkit for financial institutions in sub-Saharan Africa - Making the African Continental Free Trade Area work for women
31/03/2025
New Release! Gender-inclusive toolkit for financial institutions in sub-Saharan Africa is now available! Discover actionable insights and practical guidance to foster gender-responsive financing in agriculture.
Sanitary and phytosanitary measures Making the African Continental Free Trade Area work for women: Policy brief
29/03/2025
AfCFTA: Unlocking Opportunities for Women in Agrifood Trade The AfCFTA creates new market opportunities for women farmers, traders, and agripreneurs, but trade facilitation and gender-responsive SPS measures are key to unlocking its full potential. This policy brief explores how SPS regulations impact women in agrifood trade and offers recommendations to enhance compliance, inclusivity, and food safety. How can AfCFTA support women traders? #WomenInTrade #AfCFTA #FoodSafety
Technical barriers to trade in the agrifood sector Making the African Continental Free Trade Area work for women: Policy brief
28/03/2025
AfCFTA: Breaking Barriers for Women in Agrifood Trade The AfCFTA opens new doors for women agripreneurs and traders, but technical barriers to trade (TBTs) can limit their full participation. This policy brief explores the intersection of trade, gender, and TBTs, highlighting challenges women face and offering key policy recommendations to remove barriers and create a more inclusive agrifood system. How can AfCFTA drive gender-responsive trade? #WomenInTrade #AfCFTA #TradeEquality
Understanding women’s roles and trade potential along the fisheries and aquaculture value chains: Case studies from Ghana and Nigeria Making the African Continental Free Trade Area work for women
27/03/2025
Women in Fisheries & Aquaculture: Unlocking Trade Potential How can the AfCFTA empower women in Ghana and Nigeria’s fisheries and aquaculture sectors? This study, co-implemented by FAO & ITC, explores women’s roles, challenges, and trade opportunities while providing gender-specific recommendations to enhance their participation in regional value chains. How can we bridge the gap? #WomenInTrade #AfCFTA #Fisheries #Aquaculture
Useful links
Contact
Regional Office for Africa
#2 Gamel Abdul Nasser Road
Accra, Ghana
P.O. Box GP 1628 Accra, Ghana
Tel: +233 (0) 302 610930
Fax: +233 (0) 302 668427
E-mail: fao-ro-africa@fao.org