Kigali, Rwanda – The Ministry of Agriculture and Animal Resources (MINAGRI) is excited to announce the highly anticipated 16th National Agriculture Show, scheduled to take place from July 20th to July 29th, 2023. This prestigious event will be held at the Mulindi / Gasabo Show Ground in Kigali. The Rwanda National Agriculture Show, also known as Agrishow, has become…
Dar es Salaam, 27th June, 2023 As Tanzania strives to achieve its ambitious renewable energy targets by 2025, the Tanzania Association of Microfinance Institutions (TAMFI) is pleased to report a positive response from financial institutions in supporting grassroots renewable energy financing. This development represents a significant milestone towards realizing the country’s renewable energy goals. Tanzania’s President, Dr. Samia Suluhu…
A warm and hearty hello from Tanzania, often fondly referred to as the vibrant heart of Africa! With immense pleasure and pride, I invite global citizens, organizations, and thought leaders to convene at the monumental Africa’s Food Systems Summit 2023 (AGRF 2023 Summit). Scheduled to unfold between the 5th and 8th of September 2023, this transformative event will be…
Hadija Jabiri, Founder of GBRI(Eatfresh) and Agriedo Limited, recently visited the youth engaged in the BBT Program. Renowned for her work in transforming agriculture into a profitable venture, Jabiri shared her expertise with the young people eager to contribute to the agricultural sector in Tanzania. The visit, shared by Jabiri on her social media accounts, was a testament to…
Dar es Salaam: Empowering youth to enter the agricultural sector through sound policies and advanced technology has become a crucial agricultural agenda in the country. Hon. Hussein Bashe, the Minister of Agriculture, recently announced this at the opening of a stakeholder meeting organized by the African Agriculture Transformation Initiative (AATI). Minister Bashe also inaugurated the Agricultural Transformation Office, which…
Tanzania and Kenya, the two stalwart nations in the East African Community, have long been intertwined in a significant symbiotic trade relationship, particularly in the sphere of agriculture. The harmonious exchange of commodities between the two countries not only fortifies their economies but also caters to their population’s alimentary needs. This strong bilateral link, however, isn’t devoid of challenges,…
The Ministry of Agriculture, through the Tanzania Smut Control Project (TANIPAC), has been providing education to the public, particularly farmers, about maize smut and its harmful effects in the Kiteto district of the Manyara Region. Specific education has been given to those affected by the damages caused by maize smut, focusing on proper harvesting, drying, and storage techniques to…
A beacon of inspiration and innovation exists in the bustling town of Bagamoyo, nestled along the shores of eastern Tanzania. Ms Joyce Donati Kimaro, a woman of unwavering determination and unyielding spirit, is a testament to the extraordinary heights that can be reached through entrepreneurship. With the gentle breeze caressing her face and the azure skies stretching infinitely above…
With an unwavering passion for agricultural transformation, Mr. Audax Rukonge is a dynamic leader and he was the Executive Director of the Agricultural Non-State Actors Forum (ANSAF) from 2013 to 2022. He is committed to harnessing the sector’s immense potential, particularly for smallholder producers, women, and youth. At ANSAF, he proved a driving force in agricultural transformation, particularly in…
Nairobi, Kenya – In a meeting with the Agriculture Sector Network (ASNET), Kenya’s Permanent Secretary, Kello Harsama, has been busy laying out the groundwork for the upcoming National Agriculture Summit, scheduled to be held at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC) in Nairobi on July 4-5. The summit, themed “Leaving no One Behind: for Food and Nutrition Security and…