Development budgets are shrinking, widening the global financing gap. The fourth UN Financing for Development Conference in July in Spain aims to mobilize more – especially private – capital for impact-driven SDG investments. We review the state of impact investment and its future role in social development.

With 850 participants from over 40 countries, the 2nd Eastern Africa Agroecology Conference, held in Nairobi at the end of March, called on farmers, policymakers, and consumers to drive food systems transformation. During the event, FiBL showcased that, when done right, agroecology boosts resilience, productivity, and sustainability.

The World Food System Center is launching the Food System Journey website, a platform allowing visitors to explore the challenges in our food system and discover innovative solutions from research at ETH Zurich through captivating graphics, videos, and stories.

Covid-19 exposed weaknesses in Uganda’s healthcare system, sparking renewed interest in traditional medicine. With support from local museums and researchers, the project raises awareness to protect this endangered knowledge and heritage.