Act on food prices and hunger, economists tell G20

G20 ministers meeting this week must take action to stop speculation on commodity markets that is fuelling food prices and hunger, say economists.

Africa's battle for agricultural development

While policymakers hope small-scale farmers can drive Africa's development, there are clear obstacles to greater productivity.

Women at the mercy of climate change

Pockets of food insecurity are plaguing areas in Southern Africa where floods or prolonged mid-season dry spells have reduced harvests.

Growing little by little

With the help of Abalimi Bezekhaya, Masikhanye Food Garden sells its produce to suburban Capetonians at a weekly market known as Harvest of Hope.

Cash-for-cropland deals threaten food security

Rich countries grabbing farmland in Africa to feed their growing populations can leave rural populations there without land or jobs.

Vietnam prices stable due to African rice demand

Vietnam has been contracted to sell around 100 000 tonnes of 25% broken rice to several African nations in June so far, helping to keep prices stable.

Oxfam's cash trickle goes a long way in Malawi

Oxfam's money transfer scheme in Malawi gives vulnerable citizens access to basic foodstuffs. The NGO's Nicole Johnston visits the country.

Higher food prices here to stay

From McDonald's burgers in the United States to sugar in Bolivia and chillies in Indonesia, food prices across the globe are soaring.

UN: Food prices triggering global unrest

United Nations food agencies on Friday warned that record high prices for basic commodities are helping generate unrest around the world.

Food costs at record highs, UN warns of volatile era

Global food prices tracked by a UN agency hit their highest level on record in January, a problem set to worsen after a massive snowstorm in the US.

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