Africa must invest in youth for a climate resilient food system

Kiptisia Kiptui tends vegetables on his farm in Kipkabus, Uasin Gishu County. [File, Standard]

With a massive youth population, Africa's young people are already facing the harsh effects of climate change, like unpredictable weather and declining farm yields.

As the climate conference (COP29), ends this week in Baku, Azerbaijan, African leaders must support the youth in building a strong and sustainable future.