African farmers look to the past and the future to address climate change

James Tshuma, a small farmer, exhibits his homegrown vegetables in his small garden in Mangwe district, Zimbabwe, on March 22, 2024. (AP Photo/Tsvangirayi Mukwazhi) From ancient farming techniques in Zimbabwe to modern greenhouse technology in Somalia, African farmers are embracing the past and future to address climate change. Africa, with its youthful population, bears the brunt of a warming planet despite having minimal contributions to the issue. Farmers are racing to ensure the growing population has enough to eat.…

In Machakos, Kenya, farmers select climate-smart beans. Amidst drought in Zimbabwe, traditional farming methods are being revived. Organic fertilizers are used to combat poor soil fertility in sub-Saharan Africa. Drought-resistant crops are gaining popularity, replacing exotic white corn. The transition to greenhouse farming is providing sustainable livelihoods in Somalia. A climate-smart bean variety named "Nyota" is helping Kenyan farmers increase their yields. The new bean assures quick maturation even in times of…

In Machakos, Kenya, farmers are adopting climate-smart beans to combat climate change. From ancient farming techniques in Zimbabwe to modern greenhouse technology in Somalia, African farmers are adapting to the challenges posed by a changing climate. Africa, home to the world's youngest population, is disproportionately affected by climate change despite contributing little to the problem. As a result, farmers are under pressure to feed the growing population. Despite having more than 60% of the world's uncultivated…