World Rural Women’s Day 2024: Honoring key players in agricultural development
On October 15, 2024, World Rural Women’s Day celebrates the vital role of rural women in agriculture and food security. These women make up 40% of the global agricultural workforce and process 80% of agricultural products in Africa. However, they still face significant barriers to accessing agricultural resources and participating in strategic decision-making. Persistent challenges for rural women Despite their essential role in agriculture, rural women encounter difficulties in accessing land, seeds, and agricultural equipment. They are often excluded