KAGERA, Dec. 24 -- MINISTER for Information, Culture, Arts and Sports, Prof Palamagamba Kabudi, has underscored the importance of food security as a cornerstone of sustainable development and a key driver of economic and social stability.

He said agriculture remains central to the rehabilitation and transformation of the countrys economy, noting that strategic investment in the sector is essential for long-term growth.

“Exploration of fertile areas and conducting research on suitable crops for optimum production is the only sustainable path towards food self-sufficiency and earning substantial foreign exchange,” Prof Kabudi said.

The remarks were delivered on his behalf by the Minister for Home Affairs, Mr George Simbachawe...