Young Africans find hope in agriculture as urban life becomes too expensive

Young Africans find hope in agriculture as urban life becomes too expensive

TAMBACOUNDA, Senegal (AP) — On a scorching afternoon in Senegal, 33-year-old farmer Filly Mangassa tossed hazelnut plants onto a horse-drawn cart, sending clouds of dust swirling. Ten years ago, he left his village for the capital, Dakar, dreaming of becoming a teacher. But the high cost of living and lack of jobs make this dream … Read more