Only 6% of Tobacco growing come from Africa, Malawi, Zimbabwe, Tanzania, Kenya, Uganda, Nigeria and cote d’Ivoire have Land devoted more than 10,000 ha to growing tobacco (2004–2007)
5 countries have promoted alternative livelihoods
| Countries | Domain of Diversification | Institutions |
|---|---|---|
| Uganda | e.g. Bamboo, rice, maize, beans as well as cattle grazing and goat rearing | MoA, East Africa Bamboo Project (EABP) Kanungu, Kabimbiri parish, Kihihi with the support Credit Cooperative Society (SACCO) |
| Kenya | Bamboo Passion fruit, ground nuts and | International Network for Bamboo and Rattan (INBAR) |
| Malawi | ||
| Ghana | mango, citrus and other Food crops |