Africa-Press – Ethiopia. Sudan’s Deputy Head of Mission to Ethiopia has lauded Ethiopia’s significant strides in food production, describing the achievement as a clear reflection of strong political leadership and the dedication of Ethiopian farmers.
During the premiere of a documentary highlighting Ethiopia’s success in wheat production Ambassador Elhafiz Esa Abdullah Adam, Deputy Head of Mission at the Embassy of Sudan to Ethiopia, said that food sovereignty is fundamental to national strength.
“The documentary shown clearly demonstrates the firm political will of the Ethiopian government,” Ambassador Abdullah said.
“However, this success goes beyond government efforts which is equally the result of the hard work and commitment of Ethiopian farmers,” he noted.
Speaking to Pulse of Africa, the diplomat stressed that economic power, particularly in agriculture, is as crucial as military capability or political stability. “Producing your own food for your own people is essential,” he noted.
He further stated that economic power agriculture is essential for safeguarding national independence and reducing vulnerability to external influence.
Ambassador Abdullah underscored that modernizing agricultural practices is no longer optional for Africa.
Citing climate change, erratic rainfall, and environmental pressures, he warned that traditional farming methods can no longer meet current challenges.
“It is vital to transform the mindset of farmers through training and to equip them with modern agricultural technologies,” he said, adding that innovation would significantly improve both productivity and quality.
Addressing broader continental challenges, the ambassador criticized the prevailing global narrative that associates Africa with conflict, famine, and hunger.
“When people outside Africa speak about the continent, they often think of crisis and scarcity,” he remarked. “Yet Africa has enormous resources and the potential not only to feed itself, but to help feed the world.”
He called on African nations to strengthen cooperation, manage resources responsibly, and work collectively to redefine Africa’s image on the global stage.
“The task is not impossible,” he said. “What it requires is strong will. And if we have that will, success is within reach.”
Ambassador Abdullah also highlighted the importance of sustainable resource management, particularly in East Africa, where desertification and climate shocks such as El Niño pose growing risks.
He urged countries like Ethiopia to pair increased agricultural production with public awareness on responsible resource use.
“If resources are misused today, they will be lost tomorrow,” he underlined.
Linking environmental sustainability to migration, he noted that drought, instability, and lack of opportunity force many Africans to leave their homes.
“Ensuring people can remain in their communities is the responsibility of those who lead and govern our countries,” he said, describing it as a shared continental duty.
Ambassador Abdullah issued a strong call for African self-reliance, cautioning against dependence on external actors driven by their own interests.
“Those who come from outside pursue their own agendas,” he said. “Africa must clearly define its own interests and work decisively to achieve them. The time to act is now.”
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