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Month: January 2024

USDA in 2024: Secretary Vilsack Champions Climate-Smart Agriculture, Economic Growth, and Farmer Support Through Inflation Reduction Act

January 4, 2024
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| News, Tanzania

Kilimokwanza.org Team U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack has outlined the United States Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) ambitious plans for 2024, focusing on climate-focused practices, economic growth in rural areas, and justice for distressed and discriminated farmers. As the world steps into 2024, the USDA, under Secretary Vilsack’s leadership, renews its commitment to intensify investments in climate-smart agricultural practices….

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Unlocking Agricultural Potential: Mapping Soil Resources in Tanzania

January 3, 2024
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| Features, Tanzania

Tanzania is a nation blessed with abundant natural resources, diverse landscapes, and a climate ideal for agriculture. Tanzania, often referred to as the “breadbasket of East Africa,” is home to a vibrant agricultural sector that serves as the backbone of its economy, employing over 75% of its workforce. From the fertile Southern Highlands to the fertile shores of Lake…

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Rungwe District: Tanzania’s Untapped Agro-Tourism Paradise – A Message from SAGCOT Centre Ltd.’s CEO, Geoffrey Kirenga

January 3, 2024
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| Features, News

Kilimokwanza.org team Tanzania’s Rungwe District, in the Mbeya Region, has immense, yet largely untapped, potential for agro-tourism, according to Mr Geoffrey Kirenga, the Chief Executive Officer of SAGCOT Centre Ltd. He shares his insights on why this area is a must-visit destination. “Tanzania’s Rungwe District in the Mbeya Region is a hidden gem,” notes Mr. Kirenga. He spotlights the…

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SAGCOT’s CEO in Vision 2050 Committee: A Strategic Move for Tanzania’s Agricultural Transformation

January 2, 2024
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| Features

DAR ES SALAAM: In a strategic move to bolster Tanzania’s agricultural sector, the inclusion of the CEO of the Southern Agricultural Growth Corridor of Tanzania (SAGCOT), Godfrey Kirenga, in the Vision 2050 committee marks a significant step towards realizing the economic potential of the majority of Tanzanians who are farmers, livestock keepers, and fishers. This decision underscores the government’s…

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Be the Next Global Food Systems Leader: Join the Inspiring Youth Leadership Program

January 1, 2024
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| #FoodSystems Champions, Africa, News

In an effort to transform food systems globally, a new and inspiring program for early career professionals has been launched, offering a unique opportunity to accelerate food systems solutions in the Global South. This program, generously supported by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ), is a call to action for those passionate about making a…

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Happy New Year from KilimoKwanza.org: Envisioning a Thriving Future for African Agriculture

January 1, 2024
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| Africa, Editorial

Dear Esteemed Friends, Partners, and Allies in Agricultural Progress, As the first light of 2024 touches the fertile soils of our beloved continent, we at KilimoKwanza.org stand at the cusp of a new era, reinvigorated by a sense of purpose and driven by our unwavering commitment to the agricultural sector in Africa. This New Year’s message, a mosaic of…

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Eco-Friendly and Profitable: The Untold Story of Snail Farming in Nakuru

January 1, 2024
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| Features, Kenya, Money, News

In the lush landscapes of Nakuru, Kenya, Wangui Waweru, an enterprising woman, founded the Gold Dust Snail Farm six years ago. Her journey into the world of mollusks began in 2017, sparked by an accidental tasting of snail meat. This experience, initially met with trepidation, burgeoned into a deep interest, leading Wangui to explore the ins and outs of…

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