The Political Economy of Food Security in North Africa
The report examines food security in North Africa, highlighting the impact of global food price shocks and the political economy of the region's food security strategies.
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| Report location: | source |
| Language: | English |
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| Authors: | Audrey Chouchane, Catherine Baumont-keita, Diabaté Alassane, Helen Tilley, Jacob Kolster, Mohamed El Dhashan, Nono Matondo-fundani, Vincent Castel, Jane Harrigan |
| Geographic focus: | North Africa, Africa |
Methods
The research method involved analyzing macro and micro-level indicators of food security, assessing the impact of global food price shocks on economies and households, and evaluating government responses and policy strategies in North Africa.
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Key Insights
The report analyzes North Africa's food security status, the effects of the 2007/08 global food price shock, and the region's short-term policy responses. It discusses the need for a long-term strategy that balances domestic food production and food imports, and the importance of reforming social safety nets.
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Additional Viewpoints
Categories: Africa geographic scope | English publication language | North Africa geographic scope | agricultural productivity | development strategies | economic impact | food | food affordability | food availability | food resources | food security | food sovereignty | global food price shock | global food prices | household welfare | policy responses | political options | regional cooperation | social safety nets | sustainable food security