Africa possesses the key raw materials for fertiliser production – phosphates, natural gas and potash – yet continues to import the majority of its needs.

Building regional fertiliser production capacity could dramatically improve food security, reduce import dependence and strengthen agricultural value chains.

Input supply chains are foundational. When farmers gain reliable access to quality fertiliser at reasonable prices, the entire downstream value chain becomes more productive and resilient.

This is the kind of patient, structural investment that creates lasting economic value.