Kilimokwanza.org recently had the privilege of engaging in a rich conversation with Mr. Boaz Blackie Keizire, the distinguished Head of the Africa Food Prize Secretariat. In this insightful discussion, Mr. Keizire shared his perspectives on a wide range of topics centered around the Africa Food Prize’s role in elevating the heroes of African agriculture, its milestones, challenges, and vision…
Africa, a continent with unmatched potential, is at a pivotal juncture. With vast tracts of arable land, a young and energetic workforce, and the fervor to make a change, the continent is set to rewrite its own narrative in agriculture and food systems. As Mr. Amath Pathé Sene, the Managing Director of the Africa Food Systems Forum, opined during…
Kilimokwanza.org team What can be achieved in two years for the national good? SAGCOT technocrats, in collaboration with a broad network of partners, are committed to bridging the gap in soybean production – elevating it from 20,000 to over 50,000 tonnes – to satisfy domestic demands. As 2023 draws to a close, the horizon of 2024/25 looms near. A…
Kigali, Rwanda -“Agriculture is a critical driver of Africa’s economic growth. But we have not yet unlocked its full potential,” in a powerful address at the graduation ceremony of the Rwanda Institute of Conservation Agriculture (RICA), President Paul Kagame has said. He issued a rallying cry to the nation’s young graduates, urging them to harness the untapped potential of…
Tanzania’s National Irrigation Commission (NIRC) will start harnessing water resources from Lakes Victoria, Tanganyika, and Nyasa for agricultural irrigation. President Samia highlighted this initiative during the culmination of the Farmers’ Day (Nanenane) celebrations, urging the Ministry of Agriculture to explore the use of lake water to enable farmers to achieve two harvests annually. President Samia emphasized the significance of…
Kilimokwanza.org correspondent IDH, a prominent sustainable trade initiative, is gearing up to play a significant role in the upcoming Africa Food Systems Forum 2023 Summit (AGRF Summit) in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, from September 5 to 8, 2023. The CEO of IDH, Daan Wensing, will take center stage as a distinguished panelist during the AGRF Summit’s Closing Ceremony. His…
As Tanzania preps for the upcoming and much-awaited Africa Food Systems Forum’s 2023 Summit, slated for September 3rd-8th, Mr. Amath Pathé Sene, the forum’s Managing Director, outlines the extensive planning and groundbreaking vision behind the efforts to make this convention a pivotal moment in worldwide agriculture. “On behalf of the Africa Food System Forum Secretariat, our strategic partner AGRA,…
Mbeya, Tanzania – With just a few days remaining until the commencement of the AGFT 2023 Summit, President Samia Suluhu Hassan has called for stakeholders to register and participate in the upcoming event. The AGRF Summit, scheduled for September 5th to 8th, 2023, in Dar es Salaam, is a three-day gathering to foster discussions and collaborations on food systems…
By: Kilimokwanza.org Correspondent Dar es Salaam, Tanzania – President of the United Republic of Tanzania, Her Excellency Dr. Samia Suluhu Hassan, has lauded the Ministry of Livestock and Fisheries for its commitment to enhancing youth employment opportunities through the Livestock and Fisheries sectors. Speaking after a visit to the Ministry’s pavilions showcasing the progress of the “Building Better Tomorrow…
Nane Nene Agricultural Fair, Rujewa District, Tanzania In a resounding display of commitment and visionary leadership, President Samia Suluhu Hassan of Tanzania has launched a groundbreaking series of agricultural initiatives aimed at revolutionizing the country’s farming sector. The multifaceted project, unveiled at the Nane Nene Agricultural Fair in Rujewa District, transforms Tanzania’s agricultural landscape, ensuring food security, boosting rural…