Tanzania, June 15 -- Dar es Salaam. Africa's agricultural sector has continued to offer significant long-term growth opportunities, but persistent shortages of foreign currency, supply chain disruptions and broader economic pressures are increasingly threatening the industry's ability to realise its full potential.

According to Absa Africa Regions Head of Agribusiness, Mr Ray Van Rooyen, the continent's strong agricultural fundamentals remain intact, supported by expanding food demand, a growing population and vast areas of arable land.

However, he said the sector has simultaneously faced mounting operational challenges that have constrained growth across many countries.

Speaking on the outlook for African agriculture, Mr Van Rooyen sa...