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Food is Urban infographic factsheet
How do cities shape food systems, and how do food systems impact the lives, health, and opportunities of urban residents? Highlighting elements like markets, infrastructure, and governance, reveals the vital connections between urban life and the food system. This provides clear entry points for local governments to take action.
Recipe for urban food systems transformation
Watch the #AfriFOODlinks “Recipe for Food Systems Transformation” in African cities! The video highlights how 28 partner organizations are transforming urban food systems by focusing on key areas including raising public awareness, real-world experimentation, inclusivity, and innovation.
Part 1: Chebakia, a dish from Moroccan folklore
In many regions of Morocco, and every Ramadan, a cake in the form of a flower, fried in oil and dipped in honey, becomes essential on all of our tables. This small pastry called chebakia. Chebakia owes its name to its flower shape, achieved through a special technique of intertwining strips of dough. This pastry … Continued
State of City Food System Report – Tamale
This report profiles Tamale, Northern Ghana, examining the character and dynamics of the city's food systems. It offers a holistic perspective, detailing the historical development, growth factors, and governance practices that influence infrastructure and service delivery.
AfriFOODlinks is boldly transforming urban food systems
Hear from our #AfriFOODlinks cities about how the project hopes to transform urban food systems through cross-continental knowledge-sharing. #AfriFOODlinks is generously funded by the European Union, and coordinated by ICLEI Africa. #ThroughFood #FOOD2030EU
