We rely on soil for over 90% of the food produced for human consumption worldwide.

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On Sunday, 27 April, the Vaal Dam surged to 121.53% – the highest level it’s been this year – fuelled by heavy rainfall across the Upper Vaal catchment and inflows from upstream dams like Grootdraai and Sterkfontein.

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It is the ancient grain that researchers hope could help farmers battling dry conditions, while also helping to tackle global obesity and malnourishment.

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Africa’s agricultural landscape, often vulnerable to the harsh elements and varied weather patterns, is seemingly evolving into a hub of innovation that reaches far beyond its traditional roots.

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It is the variety of life on Earth, in all its forms and all its interactions. If that sounds bewilderingly broad, that’s because it is. Biodiversity is the most complex feature of our planet and it is the most vital. “Without biodiversity, there is no future for humanity,” says Prof David Macdonald, at Oxford University.

Agroecology is a transformative approach to agriculture that integrates ecological principles with social, economic, and cultural considerations to create sustainable and resilient food systems.