| Autor: |
El Bilali H; International Centre for Advanced Mediterranean Agronomic Studies (CIHEAM-Bari), Via Ceglie 9, Valenzano, 70010 Bari, Italy., Dan Guimbo I; Department of Rural Engineering, Water and Forests, Faculty of Agronomy, Abdou Moumouni University, Niamey P.O. Box 237, Niger., Nanema RK; Department of Plant Biology and Physiology, Joseph Ki-Zerbo University, PB 7021, Ouagadougou 03, Burkina Faso., Falalou H; International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics (ICRISAT), Niamey BP 12404, Niger., Kiebre Z; Department of Plant Biology and Physiology, Joseph Ki-Zerbo University, PB 7021, Ouagadougou 03, Burkina Faso., Rokka VM; Natural Resources Institute Finland (Luke), Myllytie 1, 31600 Jokioinen, Finland., Tietiambou SRF; University Centre of Gaoua, Nazi BONI University, 01 BP, Bobo-Dioulasso 1091, Burkina Faso., Nanema J; Programme Agrinovia, Joseph Ki-Zerbo University, 03 BP, Ouagadougou 7021, Burkina Faso., Dambo L; Department of Geography, Faculty of Letters and Human Sciences, Abdou Moumouni University, Niamey P.O. Box 237, Niger., Grazioli F; Alliance Bioversity International-CIAT (Centro Internacional de Agricultura Tropical), Via San Domenico 1, 00153 Rome, Italy., Naino Jika AK; Department of Crop Production, Faculty of Agronomy, Abdou Moumouni University, Niamey P.O. Box 237, Niger., Gonnella M; Institute of Sciences of Food Production, National Research Council of Italy (CNR), Via G. Amendola 122/O, 70126 Bari, Italy., Acasto F; Italian Agency for Development Cooperation (AICS), Ouaga 2000-Secteur 54, Arrondissement n. 12, Ouagadougou 01, Burkina Faso. |
| Abstrakt: |
While Moringa oleifera Lam. is gaining importance in Africa, especially sub-Saharan Africa, it is unclear whether research is following the quick pace of its development on the continent. Therefore, this article analyzes the landscape of research dealing with moringa in Africa. This systematic review draws upon 299 eligible articles identified through a search carried out on the Web of Science in April 2023. Research on M. oleifera is rather recent in Africa but interest is increasing among scholars. While the research field is multidisciplinary and cross-sectoral, the literature seems to focus on biological and environmental sciences. Moreover, research is performed mainly in South Africa, Nigeria, Egypt, and Ghana. The analysis suggests a significant potential contribution of moringa to food security and nutrition, climate change mitigation/adaptation, farming systems resilience, and livelihoods. Its versatility and diverse applications and uses make moringa particularly interesting for developing countries, such as African ones. However, this review also underscores some factors hindering its development. Therefore, there is a need to strengthen research on moringa to unlock its potential in Africa. Investments in research, innovation, and development can help address the many challenges that Africa faces and contribute to the transition towards sustainable and resilient food systems. |
