In 2024, the ACB collaborated with progressive civil society networks to advance an integrated agroecological response to the biodiversity, climate change, and sustainable food systems issues of our time, intensifying our efforts to conceptualise what just and sustainable food systems could look like in the future.

We actively participated in several policy processes in South Africa (SA), offering critical input on a range of biodiversity-related policy instruments. Through this work, we strengthened our relationships with government institutions and other stakeholders working in the public interest.

Through the year, we continued to produce in-depth research and analysis, contributing to discourse and policy shifts to limit corporate power and build enabling environments to strengthen farmer seed and food systems and agricultural biodiversity.

Key highlights include:

Contribution to the draft Southern African Development Community (SADC) Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan (BSAP), which aligns with the Kunming–Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework

Our networks remain a crucial force for driving change and fostering knowledge exchange among local partners and stakeholders. Through these alliances, our influence has expanded regionally and continentally, reinforcing our commitment to shaping a more just and sustainable food future for Africa.

ACB is grateful for the many enduring relationships we have developed over the years with individuals, organisations, and across intersecting networks. We are especially thankful to our generous funding partners, whose support makes our work possible.

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