TOPICS
- Global Halal Meat Leaders: Lessons from Brazil and Beyond – Benchmarking best practices.
- Sustainable Livestock Farming Practices – Linking climate-smart farming to SDGs and Malabo targets.
- Technology and Innovation in Livestock Production – Driving traceability and efficiency to meet LiDeSA goals.
- Export Competitiveness and Market Access – Leveraging trade diplomacy and branding strategies.
- Building Halal Certification as a Global Brand – Ensuring trust and market recognition.
- Integrating Smallholder Farmers into Value Chains – Empowering rural livelihoods.
- Developing Halal Industrial Parks and Economic Zones – Attracting investments and boosting exports.
- Animal Health and Traceability Systems – Meeting global standards for safety and quality.
Expected Outcomes
- Strategic Roadmap – Aligned with LiDeSA, Malabo, and SDGs for livestock and Halal development.
- Increased Awareness – Showcasing Africa’s potential within the global Halal economy.
- Partnerships and Investments – Strengthened collaborations between African and global stakeholders.
- Policy Recommendations – Proposals harmonized with AU-IBAR and Malabo priorities.
- Capacity Building – Skills development for farmers, processors, and certifiers.
Proposed Program Table
Event: Driving Africa’s Halal Growth: Strategic Dialogue on Livestock and Meat Production
Date: 6th November 2025
Mode: Virtual (via [Insert Platform])

Conclusion
This strategic dialogue aligns continental strategies such as LiDeSA and the Malabo Declaration with global frameworks like the SDGs to position Africa as a key player in the Halal economy. By fostering collaboration, promoting investments, and presenting a clear roadmap, the event will drive economic diversification, strengthen food security, and support inclusive growth. Driving Africa’s Halal Growth: Strategic Dialogue on Livestock and Meat Industry Development will provide a platform to address key challenges, unlock Africa’s Halal potential, and outline strategies for sustainable growth. Participants will gain actionable insights and investment opportunities to establish Africa as a global hub for Halal meat production and export, marking an important step toward advancing the continent’s Halal economy.
