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June 22, 2026
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IGAD Soil Health Hub begins work to restore degraded land

IGAD Soil Health Hub begins work to restore degraded land

The meeting, which also included a learning visit to a soil health initiative site, marks the start of the operational phase of a regional platform designed to address declining soil fertility, improve access to high-quality fertilizers, and strengthen climate resilience across I..

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The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) has launched its Soil Health and Fertilizer Hub in Nairobi to combat declining soil fertility and bolster food security across member states.

  • The initiative aims to restore at least 30 percent of degraded soils and triple fertilizer production by 2034.
  • Key organizations involved include IGAD and national agricultural departments, with support from policymakers and development partners.
  • The launch follows the 2024 Africa Fertilizer and Soil Health Summit and ministerial approval in September 2025.

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