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Joined May 2009
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Last week at #AFSForum2026, IFAD reaffirmed the importance of catalyzing partnerships that connect producers to markets and drive rural transformation where returns are greatest. Read our latest newsletter to learn more. #FinancingtheFirstMile #IFAD14
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Transforming Africa's Food Systems

Under the umbrella of IFAD14, IFAD has set three interconnected priorities: unlocking the potential of rural economies through deeper market integration, expanding rural employment and building

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Youth employment: a strategic investment priority

Morgan, Didiki and Clara are among the young entrepreneurs driving socio‑economic transformation in their communities – part of a broader generation transforming the future of rural economies. On

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Financing rural development for a more resilient world

Rural development doesn't just matter for rural areas – its impact extends far beyond them. Sitting at the first mile of our food systems, rural communities produce much of the world's food,

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Remittances: an untapped investment in rural resilience

Every year, millions of migrant workers send money home to support their families. These transfers help pay for food, education, healthcare and housing, often providing a critical source of stability

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Investing in nutrition = investing in long-term resilience

At Rome Nutrition Week 2026 (May 25–28) IFAD is advancing discussions on how greater, more targeted investment in nutrition can strengthen resilience, improve livelihoods and support more sustainable
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Building resilience and opportunity in Africa

Africa accounts for up to 60% of IFAD’s investment portfolio – reflecting the importance of its rural economies in producing food, creating jobs and supporting livelihoods. Across the continent, IFAD
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Building resilience locally – small-scale producers and fertilizer

Recent shocks to global markets have once again highlighted the vulnerability of small-scale farmers to disruptions in fertilizer supply. Price volatility can quickly reduce access at farm level, with
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