https://journals.eanso.org/index.php/eajab/issue/feed 2026-01-05T18:02:26+00:00 Prof. Jack Simons editor@eanso.org Open Journal Systems <p>Agriculture is one of the main economic activities in most countries around the world. It ensures that there is food security and sustainability for both the present and the future human generations. The East African Journal of Agriculture &amp; Biotechnology (abbreviated as EAJAB) exists to document the modern agricultural advancements, challenges, prospects and work in progress around East Africa, Africa and the world in general. The topics publishable in this journal include (but not limited to) agronomy, animal husbandry, aquaculture, mariculture, farming types, farming systems, farm mechanization, biotechnology.</p> https://journals.eanso.org/index.php/eajab/article/view/4292 2026-01-05T18:02:26+00:00 George Gatere Ruheni, PhD ggruheni@gmail.com Caroline Wakuthie Muthike, PhD muthikecaroline@gmail.com

<p>This systematic review explores how technological and agricultural innovations influence food security in Africa, focusing on affordability, availability, safety, and functionality. Using the PRISMA method of identification, screening, and inclusion, 80 peer-reviewed articles were analysed on topics such as agricultural innovation, postharvest management, functional foods, and digital transformation. The findings show that innovations such as precision agriculture, the Internet of Things, blockchain traceability, and Agri-FinTech improve productivity, transparency, and value chain efficiency, while functional foods promote food security and nutrition. However, challenges, including socioeconomic inequality, poor infrastructure, limited financing, and weak market linkages, hinder adoption. Persistent postharvest losses (20–30% of annual output) further constrain food security. The review emphasises the interconnection between technological, socioeconomic, and environmental factors, noting that innovation alone cannot ensure food security without inclusive policies and equitable access. Theoretically, it extends the Sustainable Livelihoods Framework by adding technological capital and digital infrastructure as key assets for resilience. Practically, it calls for supportive policies, improved markets, digital literacy, indigenous food promotion, and investment in smart, green infrastructure. Overall, the study concludes that while technology and innovation are transformative, their success in achieving sustainable food security in Africa depends on addressing structural inequalities and fostering system-wide integration.</p>

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