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Russia-Ukraine Conflict Threatens Food Security in Malawi | Food insecurity is endemic in Malawi, affecting up to 38% of the population every year in the run-up to the harvest in April. Although geographically distant, there are multiple channels through which Russia’s invasion of Ukraine can make matters worse this year.
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COVID-19, Food Access, and Food Insecurity in Rural Africa | The COVID-19 pandemic continues to have wide-ranging impacts on living standards, poverty, food insecurity, and economic stability across the globe. A new study published in Agricultural Economics examines how households have coped with this increased food insecurity in rural Kenya, Namibia, and Tanzania.
New Database Provides Improved Look at Intra-Regional Trade in West Africa |

Reported intra-regional trade in Africa south of the Sahara (SSA) has historically been quite low, potentially impacting poverty, livelihoods, and food security in the region. A remaining challenge, however, is a lack of accurate and reliable data regarding trade levels in the region. Researchers hope a new database will help fill this data gap in West Africa.
Remember to complete the 2022 FSP User Survey by May 9! By taking just a few minutes to fill out this survey, you can help ensure the Food Security Portal continues to be a go-to resource for food security data and information. The survey can be accessed at: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/FGR2896. 
LATEST FEATURES FROM FSP
Check out the newest e-learning courses on the FSP E-Learning Platform: The French version of the Pro-WEAI (Women’s Empowerment in Agriculture Index) Foundations Module and a brand-new course focused on training Farmer Business School facilitators.
The Africa South of the Sahara Food Security Portal (SSA FSP), facilitated by IFPRI and supported by the European Commission, provides up-to-date data and information to monitor regional food security situations and food prices, as well as tools for policy analysis and capacity development – all with the aim of providing policymakers and other stakeholders with the information they need to make appropriate and timely responses to address food insecurity. 

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