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Month: September 2023

Kenya Sets Sights on Doubling Agricultural Production through Sustainable Dryland Farming

September 19, 2023
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NAIROBI – In an ambitious move to strengthen Kenya’s food security, the Ministry of Agriculture & Livestock Development has unveiled its strategy to double the nation’s agricultural output by leveraging sustainable dryland farming practices. This groundbreaking initiative particularly focuses on the ASAL (Arid and Semi-Arid Land) counties, regions long identified as having considerable untapped potential. PS Kello Harsama, speaking…

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Dr. Agnes Kalibata’s Clarion Call: Transforming Africa’s Agri-food Systems

September 18, 2023
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In an address at the United Nations Headquarters on September 17, 2023, Dr. Agnes Kalibata, AGRA President , stood before an international audience to deliver a message of profound urgency and hope. Her speech, a clarion call for transformative action in Africa’s agri-food systems, marked a pivotal moment in the continent’s history. As a respected figure in sustainable agriculture,…

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Dr. Kalibata Warns of Africa’s Looming Hunger Crisis; Urges Global Action

September 18, 2023
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By Anthony Muchoki In a compelling address, Dr. Agnes Kalibata, President of AGRA , shed light on the pressing need for a large-scale transformation of Africa’s agri-food systems. With urgency and passion, Dr. Kalibata detailed the challenges faced by the African continent and highlighted AGRA’s innovative roadmap to address these issues. She was speaking on Sunday, 17 September 2023,…

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Harnessing the Sun: Tanzania’s Agriculture Revolution through Renewable Energy

September 18, 2023
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Harnessing the Sun: Tanzania’s Agriculture Revolution through Renewable Energy By Kilimokwanza.org correspondent In the vast plains of Tanzania, a quiet transformation is taking place. It’s not just the winds of change but the rays of the sun and the power of water propelling the East African nation’s agricultural heartbeat. Behind this change is an unexpected ally – microfinance. Bridging…

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What I think of BBT-YIA

September 18, 2023
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Owning the Future of Agriculture: A Youthful Revolution with BBT-YIA By Lucy Msangi I think BBT-YIA (Building Bridges for Youth in Agriculture) initiative isn’t just another fleeting program; it’s a robust catalyst for change, a hope for young Tanzanians determined to reshape the agricultural landscape. With BBT-YIA, the fertile lands of Tanzania are not just plots of soil but…

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Hon. Abdallah Ulega, Empowering the Youth through Livestock: A New Initiative in Mtwara

September 17, 2023
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Mtwara, Tanzania, September 17, 2023 – In a forward-looking initiative aimed at economic growth and youth empowerment, the Minister for Livestock and Fisheries, Hon. Abdallah Ulega, has unveiled plans to optimize the Nangaramo Livestock Farm in Mtwara. The central focus is the introduction of the BBT program, a progressive step to give the youth from the Southern Regions an…

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Hussein Bashe On Harnessing Technology for Green Revolution: A Leap into Future with Tanzania’s Bold Agricultural Reforms

September 17, 2023
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In the vibrant heartlands of Tanzania, a green revolution is sprouting roots. Spearheaded by the sixth administration under the dynamic leadership of President Samia Suluhu Hassan, Tanzania is on the verge of an agricultural renaissance. Minister for Agriculture, Hussein M Bashe delineates the government’s ambitious plan to synergize agriculture with technology, promising not just a bumper harvest but a…

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Maize in Tanzania: A Journey Through History and Importance

September 17, 2023
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Kilimokwanza.org team In the rich tapestry of Tanzania’s agricultural history, maize or corn stands out not just as a primary food source but as an emblem of the nation’s socio-economic and cultural fabric. Spanning over several centuries, the narrative of maize in Tanzania is one of evolution, innovation, and resilience. This article delves deep into the journey of maize…

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A New Dawn in Tanzania’s Fishing Sector: President Samia Suluhu Hassan to Inaugurate Kilwa Masoko Fishing Port

September 15, 2023
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In a remarkable move towards transforming the economic landscape of Tanzania, President Dr. Samia Suluhu Hassan is set to make history. Come September 19, 2023, she will inaugurate the construction of the Kilwa Masoko Fishing Port, a pivotal milestone given that such an initiative hasn’t been taken since the nation’s independence. This significant news was unveiled by the Minister…

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