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Pesticide Action Network(PAN)Africa

PAN Africa has been established in Dakar since May 1996.

It coordinates the activities of network members across the continent.

About

Pesticide Action Network (PAN) Africa is a network of information and actions for the control of pesticide. It is part of Pesticides Action Network International, a global coalition of volunteer groups, civil society organizations, research institutes, universities and citizens working for the adoption of sound environmental practices instead of the use of hazardous chemical pesticides.

Missions

PAN Africa Members, though independent from one another, work together in order to :

  • Inform and raise awareness ...
  • Enable the public understand ...
  • Mobilise public opinion ...
  • Work towards research ...
  • Promote environmental and sustainable ...
  • Carry out advocacy action ...

What we do

The themes developed by PAN Africa are

Agroecology integrates ecological principles into farming to create sustainable and resilient food systems. It emphasizes biodiversity, soil health, and natural pest control to reduce reliance on synthetic inputs.

Highly dangerous pesticides are toxic chemicals used in agriculture to kill pests but pose severe risks to human health and the environment.They can cause acute poisoning, long-term illnesses (like cancer) ...

Reduce, Reuse, Recycle: Prioritize minimizing waste generation, repurposing materials, and recycling to conserve resources and reduce landfill dependency.Safe Disposal: Ensure hazardous and non-recyclable ...

Reduce, Reuse, Recycle: Prioritize minimizing waste generation, repurposing materials, and recycling to conserve resources and reduce landfill dependency. Safe Disposal: Ensure hazardous and non-recyclable ...

Purpose-Driven: Advocacy involves actively supporting a cause, policy, or group to drive positive change. Amplifying Voices: It empowers marginalized or underrepresented communities by raising awareness ...

Objectives of pan africa

Reduce the harmful use of pesticides

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Collective elimination

At least 50 countries collectively eliminate 100 hazardous pesticides, including chlorpyrifos, by 2029, with low- and ...

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Agroecology

75% of countries include agroecology in their national action plans (CBD) and their NDCs and NAPs (UNFCCC) by 2025.

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Active HHP alliance

A strong, well-funded and active HHP alliance, with an adequate work plan and clear objectives, supports PAN in implementing ...

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Ban on import and export

Up to 10 countries have legally banned the export or import of banned pesticides.

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A strong presence in the climate debate

PAN establishes a strong presence in the climate discourse inside and outside the UNFCCC

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PAN leads a global alliance on agroecology

PAN is leading a global alliance on agroecology as a GM-free climate solution, to halt biodiversity loss, put an end to chemical pollution and achieve food sovereignty and security.

Pan africa Updates

Latest news

10 Sep, 2025
Actualites

Launch of the concerted advocacy strategy for agroecology in West …

Author : Pan Africa

As part of the African Food Systems Forum 2025 held in Dakar …

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08 Sep, 2025
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Negotiations (INC 5-2) for a legally binding treaty on plastic …

Author : Pan Africa

The resolution to draft the treaty was adopted in March 2022 by the United …

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04 Aoû, 2025
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Information workshop for journalists on the harmful effects of pesticides …

Author : Pan Africa

The Alliance for Food Sovereignty in Africa (AFSA), in collaboration with its partners, including Pesticide …

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16 Avr, 2025
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Information and awareness-raising workshop for decision-makers, local elected representatives and …

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Today, it is clear that the issue of managing chemicals and hazardous waste is not …

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Achievements

In line with our network's global vision, we have stepped up our efforts to help combat hazardous pesticides and chemicals and promote healthy and sustainable agroecological practices.

Capacity building for women

Environmental Health Management

A better future starts without lead

DRaising pupils' awareness of oral hygiene

Partners

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