The Significance of Innovation and Technology in Transforming Food Security in East Africa

Abstract:

One of the major global concerns historically and in the twenty-first century is providing sufficient, safe and nutritious food to all people. New, existing and emerging technologies can help address the issue of food security in the East Africa region. This research examines the significance of innovation and technology in transforming the food systems in East Africa. Achieving hunger and improved food systems by 2030 according to the new sustainable development goals, will require new and existing applications of science, technology, and innovations across the food system addressing all dimensions of food security. This research finds out how food security within the East Africa region can be improved through innovation and technology. The use of various relevant literatures and case study are key in this study incorporation with key relevant theories. This helps in examining the existing gap between policy formulation and implementation in achieving productive food systems within the EAC region.