Covering the period from July to December 2024, AFRACA's semi-annual newsletter reviews major policy dialogues, capacity-building workshops, and bilateral member engagements across Africa. It highlights key events including the Central Banks Forum in Uganda, a strategic forum on revitalizing the rural economy in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, and specialized trainings on blue finance and agrifood systems. Furthermore, it outlines updates on collaborative initiatives such as the INCiTiS-Food project, strategic partnerships including the Alliance of Bioversity International and CIAT, and upcoming activities scheduled for 2025.