Angola is set to benefit from a US$ 2 million investment from the Government of Japan, in partnership with the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP), to strengthen food and water security in drought-affected regions. 

With climate shocks and the El Niño phenomenon exacerbating food insecurity, this initiative aims to enhance agricultural resilience through technological innovation and sustainable practices.

The project, focusing on Huíla and Cunene provinces, will introduce solar-powered water supply systems and small-scale irrigation to improve agricultural productivity. In addition, smallholder farmers will receive skills training and technical support to strengthen local value chains and create economic opportunities. A Japanese technology company will collaborate with WFP to integrate cutting-edge agricultural solutions, further unlocking Angola’s agricultural potential.

“By combining WFP’s deep field presence and knowledge of the local context and Japan’s cutting-edge technology, this project will empower communities facing climate shocks to build long-term food and water security.” said José Ferrão, WFP Head of Office in Angola.

The initiative aligns with Japan’s Country Development Cooperation Policy for Angola and the country’s National Development Plan (2023-2027), which prioritizes agriculture as a key sector for economic diversification and sustainable development. 

It also forms part of a broader commitment to Africa’s socioeconomic development and will be showcased at the Ninth Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD9) in August 2025.

Beyond agricultural interventions, WFP continues to support Angola’s drought response by providing nutrition assistance to vulnerable populations, including pregnant and breastfeeding women, and mentoring healthcare workers to combat malnutrition. Through this multi-sectoral approach, the partnership between Japan, WFP, and Angola is expected to drive long-term resilience and food security in the region.