How US-Israel war with Iran affects ferliliser prices - BBC Africa

Fertiliser prices are rising fast, and the impact could hit far beyond the Gulf. After strikes involving the US and Israel led to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, a major global supply route has been disrupted. Urea prices are already up 27%, and for sub-Saharan Africa, where over 80% of fertiliser is imported, that could mean higher food prices, added pressure on farmers, and deeper economic strain. But can local giants like Nigeria’s Dangote plant and Morocco’s OCP cushion the blow? 🎧 Learn more on the BBC’s Focus on Africa podcast via the link in bio Presenter: @chiamaka.dk Edited by: @sir_emmalion Link to be put in bio - https://www.bbc.com/audio/play/p0n8hfck Subscribe: http://bit.ly/subscribetoafrica Website: https://www.bbc.com/africa Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bbcnewsafrica/ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/bbcafrica/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bbcafrica/