The 4th Africa Regional Food Systems Transformation Meeting officially commenced today in Accra, bringing together continental leaders, policymakers, and development partners to fast-track Africa’s agricultural renewal and food security strategy.
The high-level summit, running from May 18–20, 2026, is jointly convened by the UN Food Systems Coordination Hub and the Government of Ghana, in close cooperation with the African Union Development Agency (AUDA-NEPAD) and the FAO Regional Office for Africa.
Translating Commitments into Action
The three-day forum serves as a critical platform for National Convenors, Comprehensive Africa Agriculture Development Programme (CAADP) focal points, youth leaders, and private sector representatives to align country-level strategies with broader continental goals.
A central focus of this year’s meeting is advancing the CAADP Kampala Declaration, Strategy and Action Plan (2026–2035). Following the successful operationalization of the Kampala implementation guidelines and tools in 2025, regional bodies are now shifting their focus toward full-scale execution.
“AUDA-NEPAD is spearheading efforts to mobilise technical and financial resources to support member states in the implementation and domestication of the Kampala Declaration,” stated an official spokesperson for AUDA-NEPAD, emphasizing the agency’s commitment to the cause. “This week in Accra, we continue advancing agri-food systems transformation work, connecting commitments to investable action for AU Agenda 2063 and the UN 2030 Agenda.”
Driving the AU Agenda 2063 and UN 2030 Goals
The Accra meetings come at a pivotal time as African nations face compounding pressures from climate change, economic shifts, and supply chain vulnerabilities. By fostering stronger public-private partnerships, organizers aim to unlock vital investments needed to build resilient, sustainable agri-food systems.
By bridging national policies with international frameworks like the UN 2030 Agenda and the African Union’s Agenda 2063, delegates look to transform mere political commitments into concrete, investable projects that will ultimately guarantee long-term food security across the continent.
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