The article highlights the growing adoption of agroecology by African countries, particularly within national agricultural frameworks. This approach aims to transform agricultural and food systems to enhance food security, reduce poverty, and meet continental and global commitments. Agroecology addresses critical priorities such as climate change adaptation, biodiversity conservation, food and nutrition security, and gender equality.

The briefing specifically evaluates how national agricultural policies and budgeted programs in four SADC countries—Malawi, Tanzania, Zambia, and Zimbabwe—support agroecology, utilizing the Agroecology Financing Analysis Tool (AFAT).