According to The Citizen, Africa may experience economic impacts from El Nino, particularly in agriculture, which is a vital sector for many countries. The phenomenon could lead to reduced harvests and increased food prices, affecting consumers financially.

The article discusses the significant untapped potential in the agricultural and agro-processing sectors in Nigeria and Africa, particularly in the context of geoeconomic realignment and associated investment risks. It highlights the socioeconomic factors influencing these sectors and the opportunities they present for investment.

Governors of Nigeria's South-South states have pledged to work together to build a regional economic powerhouse, according to Tribune Online. A speaker at the meeting stressed that the region "has everything it takes" to become one of Nigeria's most formidable economic blocs, provided the states cooperate. The initiative aims to harness the South-South's resources for collective growth, though specific projects or timelines were not detailed in the report.

In Tanzania and across Africa, farmers are increasingly adopting agroecology, a sustainable agricultural approach that integrates ecological principles with local knowledge and innovation. This shift aims to enhance food security and resilience against climate shocks while improving productivity and income for households that rely on agriculture for their livelihoods.

At the Financing Agri-Food Systems Sustainably (FINAS 2026) Conference in Nairobi, agroecology advocates emphasized that the future of Kenya's food system depends not only on agricultural production but also on farmers' ability to earn a decent living. They called for increased investment in sustainable agriculture to support this goal.

The South African reports that farmers are focused on a projection that El Niño could cut South Africa’s maize harvest by as much as 40%. The figure is presented as a risk linked to the El Niño weather pattern, which is drawing global attention, but the provided material does not confirm final losses or explain the forecast basis. According to the outlet, concern is centred on potential exposure for maize producers.