UN Food Systems Coordination Hub

We’re excited share the latest summary reports from our recent #FoodSystems Solutions Dialogues. These sessions brought together National Convenors and other key food systems actors to share their insights on transforming food systems. Discover the key takeaways from: 🏛️ 29 May: Governance for Food Systems Transformation 🤝 26 June: Capitalizing on Private Sector Accountability 📈 24 July: Financing Food Systems Transformation for the #SDGs Read more: https://lnkd.in/d3uRcqck

It was a great honour to contribute, on behalf of the UN Food Systems Coordination Hub, to the Africa Food Systems Forum ##AFS in #Kigali and present at the opening sessions analysis on #agrifood systems transformation in Africa. The situation in Africa remains grim: 298.4 million people faced hunger in 2023—nearly one out of every five Africans. As we face projections that over half of the world’s chronically undernourished population could be in Africa by 2030, the urgency for action is clear. However, there is also encouraging progress. Across the continent, we’re witnessing a strong response to these challenges: • 49 countries have appointed National Convenors to lead the charge. • 43 national pathways have been developed to drive food systems transformation. • 22 countries have finalized action plans, laying the groundwork for meaningful change. • 70% of countries have established multi-stakeholder and governance mechanisms, ensuring that this transformation is inclusive and effective. These steps forward are a testament to the commitment of Africa to tackle hunger and food insecurity head-on. Guided by the UN Secretary-General’s Call to Action for Accelerated Food Systems Transformation, African governments supported by #FAO, #WFP and #IFAD and the broader #UN system can build resilient agrifood systems and ensure a sustainable, nourished future for Africa.

🌍 How do we feed a growing population while minimizing impact on the planet? This is one of the many pressing questions addressed in Regenerative Farming & Sustainable Diets: Human, Animal, and Planetary Health, a new thought-provoking book that explores how regenerative agriculture and dietary shifts can transform our global #FoodSystems. With contributions from leading experts – including members of the UN Food Systems Coordination Hub Stefanos Fotiou and Rathana Peou Norbert-Munns – this book offers fresh insights into building sustainable, resilient food systems for the future. 📚 Find out more: https://lnkd.in/dvnr5TjY

Exciting update from our #YLPfoodsystems Youth Leadership Programme: YLP alumnus Musa Juwara recently co-facilitated the National Youth Consultation Forum for the Summit of the Future in Banjul, The Gambia, leading discussions with young leaders from across the country on innovation and climate change.   Together, the youth produced a powerful position paper addressing key climate challenges and innovative solutions, which will contribute to the youth agenda at the upcoming Summit of the Future in New York.   A great example of how our young leaders are coming together to address the world’s most pressing issues.    #YouthLeadership #ClimateAction #SDGs

Tackling hunger and climate change cannot happen in silos. We need an interconnected approach to succeed and achieve #SDG2. #COP28 highlighted this by including food systems in its agenda - a big moment. Food systems play a major role in addressing climate change and sustainability challenges on a global scale. Check out the interview to Stefanos Fotiou, Director of the UN Food Systems Coordination Hub ⬇⬇ At the Shamba Centre, we are working to find systemic solutions to make food systems more sustainable. https://lnkd.in/eQgJcsqm

🌍 At the #AFSForum2024 in Kigali, National Convenors and global partners gathered for a side event co-hosted by the Hub and AGRA. The discussions centered on the vital role of National Convenors in driving cross-sector collaboration, integrating agriculture, climate, and livelihoods into sustainable #FoodSystems transformation. As Africa reviews the CAADP-Malabo framework and formulates the post-Malabo CAADP, collaboration across ministries and stakeholders is crucial to turn national pathways into action. Read more: https://lnkd.in/d9bTmvPH

Our #YLPfoodsystems alumnus Isaiah Thomas recently participated in Trinidad and Tobago’s #InternationalYouthDay 2024 Workshop, hosted by the Office of the Parliament, where he delivered powerful insights on the role of youth in sustainable development. Isaiah highlighted that while today's youth may be considered ‘digital natives’, “youth capacity must be built upon and supported through various programs in alignment with sustainable development principles.” He emphasized that “investing in the technological capacity of youth is essential for building sustainable and resilient #FoodSystems that can meet the demands of the future.”   Isaiah also underscored the importance of integrating youth into national pathways, ensuring that young leaders are equipped with the tools and support they need to contribute meaningfully to sustainable development. His words remind us that while young people are often at the forefront of innovation, they need robust support systems to truly make an impact. Let’s continue to invest in our youth and empower them to lead in agriculture, environmental practices, and beyond.   #YouthLeadership #SustainableDevelopment #SDGs #GlobalGoals

During #InternationalYouthDay, alumni from our #YLPfoodsystems Youth Leadership Program – Elizabeth Mwende GE EBK, GIEK, MEIK, Ruth Magak, and Shadrack Agaki – took a leading role in organizing Pre-#LCOYKE2024, bringing young voices to the forefront of sustainable #FoodSystems and #ClimateAction. With support from the Hub, the event provided a platform for youth to share ideas, learn from experts, and build networks that will influence future policies. Keynotes from Hub Director Stefanos Fotiou and Technical Advisor to the National Convenor, Priscilla Muiruri, emphasized the importance of youth leadership in transforming food systems, equipping participants with the tools to turn ideas into actionable solutions. Read more about the experiences of these inspiring young leaders in #Kenya: https://lnkd.in/dku_kS4R

Are you at #AFSForum2024? Join us for a partner side event on the strategic role of National Convenors in driving #FoodSystems change across Africa. 🕗4 September | 08:00-10:00 CAT | Hybrid 🤝Organized in collaboration with AGRA 🔗Register: https://lnkd.in/d9TsHZzQ

A few months ago, the Coalition was in Benin to support the government in reviving its efforts for food systems transformation. The National Convenor brought together a wide range of stakeholders, including international organisations. 🌍 🙌 The UN Food Systems Coordination Hub joined the discussion and expressed strong support. Sylvia Lopez-Ekra, Deputy Director of the Hub, highlighted United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres' call to action, emphasising six key entry points that will determine the success of national food systems transformation. Watch it below ⬇ #SDG2 #EndHunger #Benin Stefanos Fotiou FAO David Laborde Francine Picard Lié MAMINIAINA Anatole GOUNDAN Joyce Kiplagat🇰🇪 Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition (GAIN) Leonard Mizzi Ibrahim Mayaki Maurizio Navarra https://lnkd.in/evPUnAic