Fatshimetrie, the meeting of excellence in information, highlights a crucial news for the development of Central Africa. Indeed, from November 4 to 6, 2024, the 17th meeting of the multidisciplinary team in Central Africa (MDT) will be held in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo, on the theme of “Potential of the agri-food ecosystem in Central Africa”.
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) has chosen this prestigious setting to bring together renowned experts from Africa and elsewhere to analyze in depth the current state of the agri-food ecosystem in the sub-region. This meeting of capital importance aims to propose inclusive, resilient and sustainable solutions, adapted to the realities of Central African countries.
This high-level meeting will make it possible to leverage FAO’s advanced expertise, from headquarters in Rome to regional offices in Africa and the country office in Kinshasa. Indeed, sharing knowledge and technical experience in the agricultural sector is an essential lever for finding innovative approaches that promote the economic and social development of the region.
The issues discussed at this meeting are very diverse, ranging from strengthening the resilience of production systems to the sustainable management of natural resources for food and nutritional security. Discussions will also focus on emerging agricultural innovations and technologies aimed at increasing the productivity and resilience of agri-food systems in Central Africa.
The participation of ministers from 9 Central African countries, as well as representatives of FAO and Congolese authorities, demonstrates the strategic importance of this event. The presidency of the opening ceremony by Prime Minister Judith Suminwa underlines the commitment of the highest political authorities to support the development of agri-food in the region.
In short, the 17th meeting of the multidisciplinary team in Central Africa promises to be a crucial step for the evolution of the agri-food ecosystem in Central Africa. The recommendations resulting from these discussions will help guide public policies and concrete actions to ensure food security, encourage innovation and promote sustainable and prosperous agriculture in the region.