Regional Agrinvest: Supporting Jobs for Youth through Private Investment in Agricultural Value Chains in Angola, Eswatini and Zimbabwe - TCP/SFS/3705
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Given the young populations and agro based economies of Angola, Eswatini and Zimbabwe, the development of the countries’ agrifood systems is at the heart of any strategy aiming to provide employment and entrepreneurship opportunities for young people in both rural and urban areas In Angola, where 90 percent of the population is employed by the agriculture sector and food imports cost an annual USD 2 5 billion, the Government is seeking support to diversify its economy and reduce food imports The National Development Plan 2018 2022 calls for diversification of the economy, increased public and private investment in agriculture and the agribusiness sector, and value chain development inclusive of smallholder farmers.