The Pan-African Farmers Organization (PAFO) has reiterated the need for financial inclusion to drive smallholder farmers' success and boost Africa's agricultural sector.PAFO President, Dr. Oyewole, emphasized that while initiatives like AfDB's Fee… Read on blog or Reader SMALL BUSINESS INSIGHTS Read on blog or Reader AfDB, PAFO collaborate to improve smallholder farmers' access to finance By Busola Bamidele on March 5, 2025 The Pan-African Farmers Organization (PAFO) has reiterated the need for financial inclusion to drive smallholder farmers' success and boost Africa's agricultural sector. PAFO President, Dr. Oyewole, emphasized that while initiatives like AfDB's Feed Africa strategy have improved agricultural investments, small-scale farmers must remain the focus to ensure long-term impact. He highlighted the 2023 MoU between PAFO and AfDB as a key move to provide farmers with the financial backing needed to scale their businesses. Read aslo: AfDB, PAFO collaborate to improve smallholder farmers' access to finance Oyo Governor promises agricultural innovation for growth Govt urged to support farmers, launches NEEP Abia Govt gives lawmakers local trucks, backs manufacturing FG launches treasury management system to replace REMITA Dr. Oyewole also warned that Africa must prepare for changing global financial trends as traditional development aid declines. He urged governments and private investors to prioritize sustainable domestic financing strategies that empower small agribusinesses. He expressed confidence that the ongoing conference would spark innovative funding solutions to support farmers, sustain agribusiness investments, and tackle food insecurity across the continent.

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