Improving the livelihood of small-scale farmers
Taking a New Look at Africa's Agriculture; Develoepmental Communication

President Samia Suluhu Hassan Applauds Farmers, Herders, and Fishermen at Nane Nane Exhibition

Mbeya, Tanzania – President Samia Suluhu Hassan delivered a heartfelt address at the Thirtieth Farmers, Herders, and Fishermen Exhibition (Nane Nane) in Mbeya, where she lauded the unwavering dedication and crucial contributions of millions of farmers, fishermen, and herders across the nation. Addressing the enthusiastic crowd, President Samia expressed her deep appreciation for the relentless efforts of these hardworking…

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Inaugural Africa Food Prize Committee Meeting Chaired by Former Tanzanian President Spotlights Critical Issues in Africa’s Food Systems

The critical importance of facilitating progressive transformations in Africa’s agricultural and food systems was underscored by His Excellency Jakaya Kikwete, former President of Tanzania, during his inaugural meeting as Chair of the Africa Food Prize Committee on August 6, 2023, in Dar es Salaam. “This is the inaugural meeting under my chairmanship, and we are convening on a subject…

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President Dr. Samia Praises Innovative BBT – LIFE Program in Livestock and Fisheries Ministry

Mbeya TANZANIA — President of the United Republic of Tanzania, Hon. Dr. Samia Suluhu Hassan, has lauded the Ministry of Livestock and Fisheries for its exceptional implementation of the Flagship Program “Build a Better Tomorrow” (BBT – LIFE). She emphasized the importance of this initiative for the youth involved, urging them to seize this significant opportunity. The commendation came…

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Rwanda Reduces Post-Harvest Grain Losses but Perishables Remain a Challenge

Rwanda is making significant progress in reducing post-harvest losses for major grain crops, according to Dr. Patrick Karangwa, Director General of Agriculture Modernization. However, the country continues to face substantial losses for perishable crops, underscoring the need for additional focus and interventions. He noted a study shared during a training workshop on circular food systems, highlighting that post-harvest losses…

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In Tanzania, Prime Minister Kassim Majaliwa Urges Strategic Management of Agricultural Revenue

Prime Minister Kassim Majaliwa Majaliwa has called on the President’s Office for Regional Administration and Local Government in Tanzania (PO-RALG) known as TAMISEMI in Kiswahili, to optimize budget guidelines and reallocate the nation’s domestic income derived from agriculture. This move seeks to reinvest 20% of the income from agriculture, livestock, and fishing into these sectors, aiding the farmers and…

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Dr. China Transforming the Leather Industry With Eco-Innovation in Tanzania

In the heart of Tanzania’s industrial revolution, a rising star is making waves – Dr. Cecilia Rolence China. A multi-faceted pioneer – researcher, inventor, and lecturer – Dr. China is transforming the country’s leather industry with her eco-friendly and innovative solutions. Honoured as a top 15 contender in AGRA’s Women Agripreneurs of the Year Awards (WAYA) 2023 for Female…

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AGRA Announces Top 15 Finalists for the 2023 Women Agripreneurs of the Year Awards!

AGRA, through its Women Agripreneurs of the Year Awards (WAYA), has released the names of the top 15 contenders for 2023. These extraordinary women, hailing from a pool of 1,340 applicants from 42 African nations, have shown exceptional innovation and progress within the agri-food systems of the continent. These top 15 contenders come from an assorted group of highly…

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Limestone Hope for Tanzanian Soil Crisis: A Farmer’s Plea for Expertise

Ismahili Mnyepa

Mtowisa, Sumbawanga, Rukwa Region, Tanzania – Amid the stunning vistas of Tanzania’s Rukwa Region, in the small farming town of Mtowisa, Ismahili Mnyepa, a local farmer, is sounding an alarm. With crop yields decreasing and the visible deterioration of local farmlands, Mnyepa is asking for immediate government intervention in the form of agricultural expertise and subsidized fertilizer. “We used…

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Gerald Mweli: Tanzania’s Unwavering Commitment to Smallholder Farmers

Tanzania’s government has reasserted its unwavering commitment to bolstering the nation’s food systems and agriculture, focusing on smallholder farmers, the backbone of the nation’s agricultural sector. Permanent Secretary Gerald Mweli revealed this at AGRA’s strategic five-year plan unveiling. The government has demonstrated unparalleled commitment, tripling the agricultural budget from 298 billion to 970 billion. This indicates the nation’s determination…

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Prime Minister Kassim Majaliwa Urges Simplification of Access to Capital for Tanzanian Farmers and Livestock Keepers

Mbeya, Tanzania, August 3, 2023 – Tanzanian Prime Minister, Kassim Majaliwa, called for simplifying access to capital for farmers and livestock keepers during a visit to the National Nane Nane Exhibition. He instructed the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock and Fisheries to provide easy-to-understand information on capital availability and inputs. While inspecting exhibition stands at the John Mwakangale grounds,…

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