Protecting
Africa’s Crops
Coordinating plant health across the continent.
Leading
Plant Health
Driving Africa’s 2022–2036 strategy for resilient agriculture.
Strengthening
Agriculture
Preventing pests, securing livelihoods, ensuring sustainability.
Collaborating
Regionally
Sharing best practices and tackling plant health challenges together.
Global
Partnerships
Aligning with AU, FAO, IPPC, and international standards.
Our Vision
Resilient, pest-free Africa
ensuring sustainable prosperity
Our Mission
Strengthening Africa’s
phytosanitary systems collaboratively
Who We Are
Continental plant
protection since
1950s
Core Functions
What We Do
Phytosanitary Research and Development
Trade Facilitation and Market Access
Harmonisation of Standards and Regulatory Frameworks
Capacity Building, Communication, and Technology Transfer
Lobbying, Advocacy, Stakeholder Engagement
Strategic Partnerships and Policy Alignment
Resource Mobilisation and Institutional Sustainability
Monitoring, Evaluation, and Performance Management
+
Years of Service
+
Projects Guardians
of Africa’s
Crops
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