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Month: June 2023

Investing in Soil Health: CABI’s User Testing on GAIA Dashboard in Tanzania

June 19, 2023
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As the world shifts towards digital development, the potential of using technology to enhance agricultural productivity, address key issues like soil health, and provide vital tools to farmers and agricultural stakeholders alike realisation is on sight. CABI (the Centre for Agriculture and Biosciences International) is trialling innovative digital tools in Tanzania, Ethiopia, and Rwanda to enhance maize productivity. This…

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Hon. Ilde Musafiri Encourages Mount Meru Soyco Ltd to Foster Partnerships and Embrace Contract Farming for Increased Production

June 19, 2023
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In a recent visit to the Mount Meru Soyco Ltd factory in Kayonza, Rwanda, Hon. Ilde Musafiri from the Ministry of Agriculture & Animal Resources provided valuable guidance to the company, urging them to embark on contract farming and establish partnerships to boost their soybean production and refine edible oil. During the visit, Hon. Musafiri emphasized the importance of…

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USAID-funded ‘Feed the Future’ Project Unveiled by Zanzibar House of Representatives Speaker, Honorable Zuberi Ali Maulid

June 19, 2023
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The Honorable Zuberi Ali Maulid, Speaker of the Zanzibar House of Representatives, launched the groundbreaking ‘Feed the Future project on a momentous occasion held at the Ministry of Agriculture in Zanzibar on June 16, 2023.The ambitious agricultural initiative, implemented across mainland Tanzania and Zanzibar, has received vital support from  U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) . The event was…

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Tanzania Embarks on a Strategic Journey to Revolutionize Agriculture Through Data

June 18, 2023
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In a stride toward agricultural development and strategic planning, Tanzania has unveiled the Second Agriculture Statistics Strategic Plan (ASSP II), covering the period from July 2022 to June 2027. This comprehensive plan is designed to transform the agricultural sector by improving the collection, management, and utilization of agricultural statistics. As an essential component of the National Statistical System, ASSP…

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Join the Sustainable Food Systems (Africa) Directory

June 17, 2023
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🌍🍽️ Calling all champions of sustainable food systems in Africa! 🌱🌍 Join Kilimokwanza.org, the Sustainable Food Systems (Africa) Directory, and be part of the movement towards a greener and fairer future for our continent. 🌿🤝 📢 Share the directory link with your network: Kilimokwanza.org https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSexUOeWNFRuK-VPpU5onLryNEjP8J4vMNrFdx1INgTMFP9Odw/viewform?usp=sf_link 🌟 Showcase your business/organization’s sustainable practices and connect with a vibrant community of farmers,…

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Dodoma RC Rosemary Senyamule Spearheads Efforts for Faster Economic Development in the Region

June 17, 2023
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DODOMA, Tanzania – Dodoma Regional Commissioner (RC), Ms Rosemary Senyamule has been rooting for for accelerating economic development in the region, focusing on agriculture as the driving force. Recognizing the pivotal role of agriculture in the region’s economy, Ms Senyamule has spearheaded governments initiatives to propel economic growth and uplift the livelihoods of Dodoma residents. With a resolute determination…

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Tanzania: Rosemary Senyamule Announces Government Investment of TZS 27.9 Billion for the Construction of a Key Irrigation Dam in Mpwapwa, Dodoma

June 17, 2023
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Dodoma, Tanzania – The Dodoma Regional Commissioner, Rosemary Senyamule, has made a significant announcement regarding an ambitious infrastructure project in the region. The Tanzanian Government, she revealed, has set aside TZS 27.9 billion for the construction of the Msagali Dam, a project that is expected to dramatically enhance commercial farming activities in Ng’ambi and Chunyu wards, in the Mpwapwa…

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Tanzania’s Agriculture Minister, Hussein M Bashe, Shares Updates on Tobacco Market

June 17, 2023
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Minister of Agriculture, Hussein Bashe

Dar es Salaam, Tanzania – June 17, 2023 – Tanzania’s Minister of Agriculture, Hussein M Bashe, provided an update on the nation’s tobacco market for the 2022/2023 agricultural season up to the week ending June 11, 2023. In a series of tweets, Minister Bashe shared detailed figures of the quantities of tobacco purchased by various companies and their corresponding…

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Kenya’s Agriculture Minister, Mithika Linturi, Launches Food Security Initiative in Baringo County

June 17, 2023
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Mogotio, Baringo County – June 15, 2023 – Honorable Mithika Linturi, Kenya’s Minister of Agriculture, announced the launch of a significant program to bolster food and nutrition security in the Horn of Africa. The Program to Build Resilience For Food and Nutrition Security (BREFONS) was launched at Mr. William Kimosop’s farm in Mogotio, a part of Baringo County. The…

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Accelerating Instant Payments in Africa Can Boost Development: AfricaNenda

June 14, 2023
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AfricaNenda’s Efforts to Drive Inclusive Digital Financial Services in Africa Gain Momentum Nairobi– AfricaNenda, an African-led institution dedicated to expanding inclusive digital financial services across the continent, emphasizes the urgent need to accelerate instant payment systems in Africa. With over 350 million unbanked adults in Africa, the majority of whom rely on cash or informal providers, AfricaNenda aims to…

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