Dar es Salaam To strengthen food security and enhance the livelihoods of small-scale farmers, Norges Vel Tanzania has introduced “The Growing Resilience Program,” a five-year initiative to transform rice production in the Mbarali District in Mbeya Region, Malinyi District in Morogoro Region, and Kilombero District, also in Morogoro Region Mbarali. The project focuses on increasing rice yields, boosting farmer…
By Juma Msafiri Norges Vel Tanzania has been at the forefront of agricultural transformation in East and Southern Africa for over a decade. Founded in 1809 in Norway, Norges Vel began its international endeavors in 1978, bringing its experience and commitment to sustainable growth to Tanzania in 2007. With a focus on creating thriving local communities through agricultural development,…
Kigali, Rwanda The East African Community (EAC) is set to host a High-Level Forum focused on expanding fertilizer finance and investment across regional production and supply chains. The forum, taking place from September 18-19, 2024, in Kigali, Rwanda, aims to address the critical challenges faced by the fertilizer subsector and explore transformative strategies to enhance agricultural productivity across the…
By Juma Msafiri The Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa (AGRA) has pioneered the Village-Based Advisors (VBA) model to enhance agricultural productivity and sustainability in Tanzania. This innovative approach seeks to fill the critical gap left by the insufficient number of government agricultural extension officers. By leveraging local farmers as extension agents, AGRA aims to promote good agronomic…
Kigali, Rwanda – September 2, 2024 – The African Development Bank (AfDB) is set to host three pivotal side events at the Africa Food Systems Summit 2024, taking place at the Kigali Convention Center in Rwanda. These events, scheduled for September 2, will bring together leading figures from governments, multilateral organizations, the private sector, development partners, and civil society…
Dodoma, Tanzania – In a decisive move to protect its agricultural sector from pests and diseases, Tanzania has launched an extensive initiative to enhance plant health services and strengthen pest control measures. This comprehensive plan involves acquiring modern equipment, training programs, and implementing advanced pest management strategies to safeguard crops and ensure sustainable agricultural practices. Modernizing Plant Health Services…
Dubai, UAE –The Regenerative Agriculture Conference, a premier event hosted at the Dubai World Trade Centre, will occur on October 7-8, 2024. This conference brings together forward-thinking agricultural leaders, entrepreneurs, and enthusiasts to discuss the future of sustainable farming. Co-located with Agra Middle East, which runs from October 7-9, 2024, this event offers a unique platform for intimate discussions…
Financing Africa’s transformation is a multi-layered overarching challenge that demands special attention and a pragmatic approach to move from billions to trillions The calls for structural economic transformation in Africa date back to the 1960s when newly independent nations aimed to eliminate poverty through economic diversification, sustained growth, and job creation. This agenda persists today, as Africa continues to…
KILIMOKWANZA.ORG REPORTER Tanzania, a nation with one of the youngest populations globally, has immense economic growth potential by engaging its youth in agriculture. “According to the World Population Review 2022, youth and children constitute a remarkable 75% of our population,” notes Hon. Hussein Mohammed Bashe, Minister of Agriculture. “This demographic could be the key to transforming agriculture, a sector…
By Davis Muthini “We are sitting on a keg of gunpowder. There is no country in Africa where the youth are not angry. If no adequate attention is paid to the needs of the youth in Africa, autumn will turn into winter. It will be hideous for all of us.” This is a statement by the former President of…