African Agriculture and Food Systems
By Neema Munisi, KilimoKwanza.org Njombe, a seemingly small and quiet region in Tanzania, surprisingly holds a significant position in the nation’s economic fabric. Dubbed the “Little Israel” by its admirers, this region stands as a testament to the saying, “don’t judge a book by its cover.” Njombe’s Regional Commissioner, Hon. Anthony Mtaka, recently shed light […]
Kano, Nigeria – The AECF (Africa Enterprise Challenge Fund) unveiled its groundbreaking initiative, Investing in Women in Nigeria (IIW-Nigeria) today. With generous funding from Global Affairs Canada (GAC), the initiative has secured a whopping CAN $15.7 million to bring transformative changes to Kano State’s agricultural scenario. Aimed at revolutionizing women’s role in agricultural value chains […]
By Neema Munisi, agribusiness expert Africa has always been seen as a continent bursting with agricultural potential. Japhet Laizer’s article published in The Daily News, “Agriculture in Africa has the potential to satisfy not only its own domestic food but also those of the rest of the world,” serves as a profound testament to this […]
By Amath Pathe Sene Visit any local market in a rural locale, and you’ll encounter women vendors showcasing baskets brimming with fresh produce and artisanal goods. Historically, rural women have been the backbone of food production, overseeing the cultivation of staple foods, fruits, and vegetables, and managing livestock. These women, guardians of our culinary heritage, […]
Mireille Kazungu, a young woman from Nyabihu District, Rwanda, was one of the 22 young minds who were recently trained in diverse areas of agriculture, thanks to Kilimo Trust Kigali, Rwanda — 22 young citizens from Nyabihu District have complete an extensive agricultural training program, covering diverse areas ranging from milk handling & processing to […]
SINGIDA – In a significant move towards bolstering the livestock sector in the region, Hon. Abdallah Ulega, Tanzania’s Minister of Livestock and Fisheries, has unveiled plans to establish ten (10) new cattle dips in Singida North. The announcement was made during a special address by Minister Ulega at the reception of the President of the […]
By Anthony.muchoki@gmail.com Zimbabwe, a nation blessed with a diverse range of agricultural products, is turning a new leaf in its pursuit of economic development. Recognizing the pivotal role agro-processing industries play in job creation, boosting economic growth, and uplifting the livelihoods of its citizens, the government has taken a proactive approach in lending its support. […]
Through the Ministry of Livestock and Fisheries, the government has communicated its ongoing dialogues with stakeholders in the livestock sector. The goal is to explore optimal ways of collaborating with youths involved in the BBT-LIFE program, enhancing livestock quality, and channeling them to international markets. This commitment was articulated by the Deputy Permanent Secretary of […]
The Minister for Livestock and Fisheries, Hon. Abdallah Ulega, has urged the Board of Directors of the National Ranching Company (NARCO) and the Advisory Board of the Livestock Training Agency (LITA) to have a joint strategy to prepare youth to be entrepreneurs in the livestock sector through the flagship program BBT Livestock. Minister Ulega gave […]
By Japhet Laizer Agriculture in Africa has the potential to satisfy not only its own domestic food but also those of the rest of the world. Agriculture remains one of the driving engine sectors for the continent, empowering most of the population and accounting for 14% of GDP in sub-Saharan Africa. Agriculture is becoming more […]