From reporter: Nissaria Kwele
The pregnant clouds outside, and Southern
Africans huddles under the roof of Boipuso Hall, may just be a sign of good
things to come. Yes, there has never been a better day to discuss the future of
Agriculture in Southern Africa.
The 1st General Assembly for CCARDESA kicks off
in bright colors. Excited delegates murmur in readiness to collaborate for the
securement of food security of Southern Africa. CCARDESA whose vision among
others is to achieve, ‘A prosperous and
food secure Southern African region with vibrant rural lives,’ has seen
different organizations from all over southern Africa coming to hold
discussions on agricultural issues under the theme, Transforming agriculture in
Southern Africa through research.
Among the delegates is seasoned President
of National Africa Farmer’s Union of South Africa Motsepe Matlala, who believes
that the conference will lead to research finally reaching the farmers on the
ground and benefiting them. He says that, ‘this conference is on the track,
because we will be able to get hold of research that will enable us to reach
the farmers.’
With that, the General Assembly has began
and it will be an interesting two days!!!
Botswana traditional dance during the opening ceremony
