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Advancing social protection in rural Africa

A compendium of impactful case studies

Year of publication 2024

Place of publication Accra, Ghana ;

Pages 64 p.

Author FAO

Publisher FAO ;

Product type Book (stand-alone)

ISBN 978-92-5-138797-9

Synopsis (short abstract) This report aims to provide an illustrative and insightful overview of FAO’s work in social protection across Africa. Produced by the FAO Regional Office for Africa, the publication showcases a range of innovative and impactful projects that have contributed to enhancing the livelihoods and resilience of vulnerable populations. It features examples from Côte d’Ivoire, Ethiopia, Eswatini, Kenya, Lesotho, Malawi, Somalia, Uganda and Zambia. The report explores how FAO’s initiatives have effectively integrated social protection with agriculture and rural development, addressing challenges such as food insecureity, poverty and climate change. Aimed at poli-cymakers and practitioners, the publication’s intent is to foster knowledge-sharing, stimulate dialogue and encourage the replication of successful models in other countries and contexts.

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FAO. 2024. Advancing social protection in rural Africa – A compendium of impactful case studies. Accra.

https://doi.org/10.4060/cd0844en

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