Young Africans find hope in farming as urban life becomes too expensive
“A lot of young people think that being a farmer is a ‘small job,’ but there is starting to be a public awakening that agriculture can be the key to development in Senegal.”
By Mark Banchereau
The Morning Sun
Dec 29, 2025
Excerpt:
Mangassa now owns a 32-acre farm where he grows peanuts, corn, vegetables and fruit. He received some funding to buy land from a World Food Program initiative helping young Africans start careers in agriculture.
Launched in 2023 and set to run through early 2027, it has supported around 380,000 people in launching agricultural businesses.
It works with local governments to allow young farmers to acquire land — often a challenge because of complex ownership systems and young people’s difficulty in obtaining loans because they are seen as high risk.
In Senegal, the program has supported over 61,000 people, with more than 80% launching farms, according to WFP. It also operates in Ghana, Nigeria, Mozambique, Uganda, Rwanda, Kenya and Tanzania.
“Our surveys show three main barriers for young people entering agriculture: limited access to land, financing and inputs; a lack of practical skills; and tough market conditions — knowing when to sell, how to add value and how to market their products,” said WFP’s country director for Senegal, Pierre Lucas.
Senegal, like many African countries, is plagued by food insecurity that has been exacerbated by donors’ funding cuts and worsening climate conditions.
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Source: https://cityfarmer.info/young-africans-find-hope-in-farming-as-urban-life-becomes-too-expensive/
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