President Lazarus Chakwera of Malawi has called for southern African countries to unite in addressing the impacts of climate change on farmers in the region. Speaking at the Southern African Confederation of Agricultural Unions (SACAU) conference in Lilongwe, Chakwera emphasized the need for collaboration to develop robust strategies and policies to mitigate the effects of climate change.
The conference brought together representatives from 12 southern African countries to share ideas and solutions to the challenges faced by farmers in the region. Chakwera highlighted the importance of regional solidarity in addressing climate change impacts such as El Nino and cyclones, which affect farmers across the region.
The President stressed the need for joint efforts to build resilience among farmers and promote sustainable development practices. He affirmed Malawi’s commitment to collaborating with other southern African countries in the fight against climate change, citing initiatives such as reducing greenhouse gas emissions, enhancing carbon sinks, and promoting conservation agriculture.
SACAU CEO Ishmael Sunga echoed the President’s sentiments, emphasizing the need for farmers to embrace digital farming technologies as part of their adaptation strategies in the face of climate change. The conference aims to revitalize the agricultural sector in southern African countries and enhance the resilience and productivity of farmers in the region.
Key Takeaways
- Malawian President Lazarus Chakwera calls for regional collaboration to address climate change in agriculture
- SACAU conference brings together representatives from 12 southern African countries to share ideas and solutions
- Climate change impacts such as El Nino and cyclones affect farmers across the region
- Joint efforts needed to build resilience among farmers and promote sustainable development practices
- Malawi committed to collaborating with other southern African countries in the fight against climate change.
