Against the grain: Africa turns to alternatives as wheat prices soar

Rice, manioc flour and sorghum are some of the substitutes being used by African food companies

08 May 2022 - 17:43 By Eamon Akil Farhat

Global wheat prices are so high that African consumers are starting to ditch the grain from their diet...

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