World Food Forum 2026: Cameroon Showcases Diversity

A grifood stakeholders from va­ ried agricultural sectors in Ca­ meroon, are currently at the headquarters of the Food and Agri­ culture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) in Rome, Italy, for the 2026 edition of the World Food Fo­ rum. Both the physical and online global session planned to run from October 8 to 16, 2026, has been convened under the theme, “Innovate today. Nourish tomorrow”. The wee­ klong forum avails a world-wide plat­ form that drives action to transform agrifood systems through the power of youth, science and innovation, and investment which resonates with Cameroon’s National develop­ ment strategy (SND30). The Cameroonian delegation led by the Minister of Agriculture and Rural development, Gabriel Mbairobe, is showcasing the country’s agricultural diversity with products such as white pepper from Penja, Oku white honey, Dried okra, amongst others. The Na­ tional Cocoa and Coffee Board team on its part, is showcasing amongst others, Cameroon’s cocoa and coffee potential through an exhibition and tasting of coffee from different Ca­ meroonian terroirs, alongside an exhi­ bition of chocolate, cocoa pods, and green and roasted coffee beans, as well as information on investment opportunities across the two value chains. The exhibitions further un­ derscore the need to accelerate so­ lutions that make agrifood systems more efficient, inclusive, resilient and sustainable, while ensuring ac­ cess to sufficient, diverse, safe and nutritious food for all. Coming at a time when Cameroon is intensifying efforts to enhance food security...