The Gambia’s Ministry of Agriculture and South Korea launched the $5.6M K-Rice Belt Project on August 26, 2025, to enhance rice seed production and promote food security across seven African nations.
The Gambia’s Ministry of Agriculture, in partnership with the South Korean government, launched the K-Rice Belt Project on August 26, 2025, with funding from a $5.6 million grant.
The project aims to enhance rice seed production and promote food self-sufficiency, covering seven African nations.
It will establish a 73-hectare rice seed production area utilizing high-yielding Korean varieties, helping farmers access better seeds.
Korean diplomats and local officials attended the launch event.
By Redaction ARPS Media Morocco won the African Nations Championship (CHAN) for the third time, beating Madagascar 3-2 in the final in Nairobi, Kenya, on August 30. Oussama Lamlioui scored two goals, including the winning goal late in the match. Madagascar’s Felicite Manohantsoa and Toky Rakotondraibe scored for their team. Morocco tied the game initially
