AfriFOODlinks invests in direct food system change in 5 African Hub Cities and invites 10 African and 5 European Sharing Cities to join them on a mutual-learning journey, to share their innovative food systems work and to co-design pilot projects for implementation in each Sharing City.
Through a diverse set of AfriFOODlinks interventions, these cities will become beacons of inspiration for urban food systems transitions across the continent. Novel practices, methodological guides, and public awareness toolkits will be developed and shared with 45+ Network Cities in Africa, Europe and Global South regions, who can adopt, adapt and replicate outcomes.
Explore the city profiles below:
Hub City – Cape Town, or the Mother City, is South Africa’s oldest city, its second-most populous and the legislative capital. It is made up of a diverse population, a rich history, world-famous tourist attractions and an exciting calendar of international and local events.
Hub City – Mbale is located in southeastern Uganda and is an agricultural trade Centre for Uganda.
Hub City – Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso’s capital and largest city, with a population of approximately 4 million, grapples with food and nutrition insecurity that mirrors the national situation.
Hub City – Tunis, the capital and largest city of Tunisia, is home to about 2.7 million inhabitants and guides much of the policies and direction across the rest of Tunisia.
Hub City – Kisumu County, located in western Kenya, is characterized by its scenic landscapes, including the shores of Lake Victoria, and serves as a vibrant economic and cultural hub with a rich history and diverse communities.
Sharing City – Turin, a vibrant city in northern Italy, is renowned for its rich culinary heritage, including its role as the birthplace of the Slow Food movement.
Bambilor is a rural commune created in 2014, located in the Rufisque department, 25 km from Dakar, the capital of Senegal, and 5 km from Lac Rose. Located in the Niayes region, Bambilor is a key supplier of agricultural products to the Dakar region.
Network city – Entebbe, a peninsular city on Lake Victoria, serves as a key gateway to Uganda, with its economy focused on fishing and urban farming.
Network city – The eThekwini Municipality, including Durban, is South Africa’s third-largest metro, with 4 million residents and an economy spanning manufacturing, logistics, and tourism, while 68% of its wards are peri-urban.
Network city – Ebolowa, the capital of Cameroon’s South Region, is a city of 150,000 people, connected to Yaoundé by a 168 km road and known for its hilly landscape, humid equatorial climate, and the Mvila River, which supplies the city’s drinking water.
Network city – Kitwe, Zambia’s second-largest city with 661,907 residents, is a key mining and commercial hub in the Copperbelt province, with over 66% of its population under 25 and a historical link between its food system and mining-driven urban and rural activities.
Network city – Fort Portal, located in western Uganda with a population of 60,800, relies on farming, producing maize, tea, coffee, and bananas, and attracts visitors with its proximity to the Rwenzori Mountains and crater lakes.
Nansana Municipality, located in the Kampala Metropolitan Area, consists of 4 divisions and 29 administrative units (wards), covering approximately 293.63 km².
Busia County is headquartered in Busia Town, located in western Kenya. It borders Bungoma, Kakamega, Siaya, Lake Victoria, and Uganda, with elevations ranging from 1,130 to 1,500 meters above sea level.
Busia County is headquartered in Busia Town, located in western Kenya. It borders Bungoma, Kakamega, Siaya, Lake Victoria, and Uganda, with elevations ranging from 1,130 to 1,500 meters above sea level.
Lilongwe is the capital and largest city of Malawi. It has a population of around 989,318 as of the 2018 Census. and is known as the Garden City. Lilongwe started as a small fishing village on the banks of the Lilongwe River. Learn more about Lilongwe’s food system…
Sharing City – Arusha is a city buzzling with food stalls and markets, learn more about this city’s food system.
Sharing City – Montpellier, located in southern France, is a vibrant city renowned for its historic architecture, lively cultural scene, and the charming ambiance of its medieval streets.
Sharing City – Lisbon, Portugal’s coastal capital, enchants with its historic charm, vibrant neighborhoods, and panoramic views from its iconic hills.
Sharing City – Milan, a global fashion and design hub, is Italy’s financial and industrial powerhouse, boasting iconic landmarks, artistic treasures, and a sophisticated culinary scene.
