At KilimoKwanza.org, we have long recognized Tanzania’s immense agricultural potential. Today, we are proud to witness the awakening of this giant as Tanzania takes center stage at the Africa Food Systems Summit 2023, under the visionary leadership of President Samia Suluhu. The launch of the Building a Better Tomorrow Youth Initiative in Agri-business (BBT-YIA) program, showcased during the summit,…
As we embark on the Africa Food Systems Summit 2023, hosted by Tanzania under the esteemed leadership of President Samia Suluhu, we at KilimoKwanza.org would like to take a moment to reflect on the significance of this groundbreaking event and its potential impact on the future of agriculture, not just in Tanzania, but across the entire African continent. Launching…
DAR ES SALAAM, March 17, 2023 – President Samia Suluhu will officially launch the prestigious Africa Food Systems Summit 2023 at the State House in Dar es Salaam. The event will bring together experts, policymakers, investors, and stakeholders from across the continent and beyond to address pressing food security challenges and promote sustainable agriculture. A key highlight of the…
By Anthony Muchoki In a defining move to advance the agricultural sector and food security, President Samia Suluhu Hassan of Tanzania has launched the Presidential Food and Agriculture Delivery Council. This initiative stems from the commitment made by African leaders during the Dakar 2 Summit on Feed Africa: Food Sovereignty and Resilience. Held in Dakar, Senegal, from January 25th…
In a country where traditional gender roles often dictate societal expectations, a clarion call has risen – pushing women to break barriers, be aggressive, and assertively grab opportunities in various sectors. The resounding message came from Ms. Angelina Ngalula, the Executive Chairman of Bravo Group Limited and Agricom Africa Limited, who championed the cause of women in non-traditional roles…
Nairobi- The Deputy President of Kenya, Rigathi Gachagua, has spoken out on the ongoing controversy surrounding the importation of cheap, duty-free maize into the country. Speaking to Citizen TV, Gachagua said, “cheap maize is not available anywhere in the world”. His remarks come in response to complaints from millers who have been unable to secure import licences due to…
European Investment Bank (EIB) has confirmed its first engagement in Tanzania in seven years, backing a €540 million investment by Tanzanian businesses. The funding has been supported by leading Tanzanian banks CRDB, NMB, and KCB-Tanzania, and will benefit companies nationwide. The EIB has committed €270 million to the initiative, which includes targeted support for €170 million investment in female-led…
AGRA has announced that applications are now open for the 2023 Women Agripreneurs of the Year Awards (WAYA), which recognize African female agripreneurs who have demonstrated remarkable innovation and business excellence in agricultural value chains. The winners will be unveiled during the 2023 AGRF Summit and will receive $85,000 in grant funding. To be eligible for WAYA, businesses must…
President Samia Suluhu Hassan has expressed her desire to see a transformation of Tanzania’s livestock sector. The Prime Minister, Kassim Majaliwa, announced this in a press briefing today, stating that the president is keen on developing the sector to boost Tanzania’s economy. The President has instructed the relevant ministries and agencies to collaborate to formulate a comprehensive plan for…
Lucas Raphael, Tabora – Milambo Farmers’ Cooperative Union members have passed estimates of revenues and expenditures totalling 2.55 billion shillings, which are expected to be collected from various sources for the financial year 2023/2024. Presenting the union’s budget at the 5th Annual General Meeting held recently at Kaliua Secondary School Hall in Kaliua District, Acting Assistant Accountant Petro Misibo…