Statement by Mr. Abdoulie Janneh UN under secretary general and executive secretary of ECA : at the fifth meeting of African ministers of finance, planning and economic development

Africa must transform its agricultural sector if it is to make headway in unleashing its potential. Agriculture is the mainstay of most of our economies through its contribution to national income, employment and livelihoods. We must therefore boost the prospects of this sector to ensure food security and overcome the dangers of drought and famine. Our rural finance and land policies must be developed to contribute to these desired outcomes