Kilimokwanza.org Editorial According to the Avocado Strategic Partnership, SAGCOT Brief 08/2024-1, Tanzania’s avocado industry is experiencing rapid growth, positioning the country as a major player in the global avocado market. The increasing demand for avocados, particularly the popular Hass and Fuertes varieties, presents a significant opportunity for Tanzania to increase its foreign exchange earnings and government revenue. As global…
Dodoma, August 4, 2024 – Today marks an exciting day at the Nane Nane agricultural exhibition in Dodoma as stakeholders from across Tanzania gather to celebrate Avocado Day. Organized by Afrifarm and SAGCOT Centre, this event brings together industry leaders, smallholder farmers, and avocado enthusiasts to highlight the significant strides and opportunities within Tanzania’s avocado sector. Event Highlights Arrival…
On August 3, 2024, at the Youth and Women’s Conference during the Nane Nane Exhibition, Tulalumba Mloge (Tula), the executive assistant to the SAGCOT CEO, highlighted the organization’s significant contributions to the development of agriculture in Tanzania. SAGCOT, a public-private partnership, has been at the forefront of advancing agriculture in the southern highlands and now plans to expand its…
By Elizabeth Shumbusho Feed the Future, an innovative initiative by the U.S. Government is at the forefront of the global fight against hunger and poverty. Born out of the 2007-2008 food crisis, it represents a long-term commitment to sustainable solutions that address immediate food needs and drive economic growth and resilience. Mission and Goals: A Holistic Approach The core…
Dodoma, August 3, 2024 – Geoffrey Kirenga, the CEO of the Southern Agricultural Growth Corridor of Tanzania (SAGCOT Centre), concluded the Youth and Women Congress at the Nane Nane Agricultural Exhibition in Dodoma with a call to action for young people and women involved in agriculture. In his speech, Kirenga recognized the substantial contributions of the moderators and presenters…
Kilosa, Morogoro – August 3, 2024—On the eve of the Nane Nane Agricultural Exhibitions, President Samia Suluhu Hassan addressed the people of Kilosa in Morogoro after officially opening the newly constructed Kilosa-Rudewa tarmac road, which spans 24 kilometers. This infrastructure project is part of the government’s ongoing efforts to enhance transportation networks across Tanzania, facilitating smoother and more efficient…
On August 3rd, during the Nane Nane Agricultural Exhibitions across the country, President Samia Suluhu Hassan officially inaugurated a new irrigation dam at the Mtibwa Sugar Factory in Morogoro. This significant project is a key component of Tanzania’s national strategy to bolster sugar production and drive economic growth through enhanced agricultural output. By providing a reliable water source for…
Dodoma, July 26, 2024 – Tanzania launched the National Cooperative Bank (NCB) in a historic move, marking a pivotal moment for the nation’s cooperative movement and agricultural sector. The inauguration ceremony, which also marked the final shareholders’ meeting of the Kilimanjaro Cooperative Bank (KCBL), solidified the transformation of KCBL and the Tandahimba Cooperative Bank into the unified NCB. The…
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania – In a significant diplomatic shift, the Norwegian Embassy in Dar es Salaam will now oversee Norway’s diplomatic relations with Uganda, alongside Rwanda, Burundi, and the Comoros. This change follows the closure of the Norwegian Embassy in Kampala, a move part of Norway’s broader structural reforms within its foreign service. The transition was formalized through…
📌 The Ministry of Livestock and Research Institutions Must Ensure the Availability of Livestock Seeds and Feed 📌 The Government Will Continue to Facilitate the Availability of Fertilizer 📌 Food Production in the Southern Highlands Reaches 15% in 2023/2024 📌 Farmers Encouraged to Use Extension Officers The Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Energy, Hon. Dr. Doto Biteko, has…