With the mainly traditional low-input technologies now in use, current populations are already too big to feed, and population will double in the next generation. The broader African context is also changing rapidly. The sum of these changes gets to the heart of Africa's strategies for economic growth and development. Positive links in environment and agriculture can stimulate economic growth. At the same time, more broad-based growth policies are needed to lay the groundwork for productivity increases in resource use.
Economic growth is also essential.
To gradually reduce dependence on the natural resources base for income and employment, such growth can be spurred through alternative income generation, increased trade and market opportunities, and long-term reductions in population growth rates. This issue bears on the broad strategic planning of government ministries, donors, and NGOs and also on practical program design. How to Order PCG Policy Briefs PCG Policy Briefs are available to purchase. Have the Policy Brief order information, provided below, ready when you call or write. For more information, contact the PCG Secretariat .