Climate-Smart Technologies for Empowerment of Women Farmers in Africa

Abstract

AbstractGiven the constraints women experience in adopting climate-smart technologies in Africa, it is crucial to conduct more rigorous research to understand the nature of these constraints and develop appropriate interventions. This chapter aims to explore the use of climate-smart technologies to empower women farmers in Africa. It emphasises the need for technologies that can enhance agricultural productivity and food security while benefiting women. Climate-smart agricultural practices, including those that address land degradation and desertification, can be adopted by women in African countries. Moreover, these practices can also be extended to improve timber production, enhance food security, and reduce the vulnerability of crops and livestock to the effects of climate change. This chapter underscores the importance of gender-sensitive approaches in developing and implementing climate-smart technologies to enhance the resilience of women farmers in Africa and promote sustainable agriculture.