October 21, 2024
by Kilimokwanza
Dar es Salam The Tanzania Poultry Show 2024, hosted at Mlimani City from October 18-19, gathered diverse stakeholders from the agriculture and commerce sectors. The rapidly expanding event displayed the newest innovations and strategies shaping the poultry industry. Geoffrey Kirenga, CEO of SAGCOT Centre a, emphasized cooperation between private enterprises, government agencies, and smallholder farmers […]
October 21, 2024
by Kilimokwanza
Nakuru, Kenya Despite its rich agricultural potential, Africa imports an alarming volume of food annually. As of recent reports, the continent imports around $50 billion worth of food each year, with expectations that this figure could climb to $90-$110 billion by 2025 if no significant changes occur (World Bank). This dependency on imported food products […]
October 21, 2024
by Kilimokwanza
Nakuru, Kenya Agriculture in Eastern Africa is profoundly transforming due to multiple challenges and opportunities shaped by climate change, technological advancements, policy reforms, and global trade dynamics. Countries in the region, including Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania, Ethiopia, and Rwanda, have started adopting innovative approaches to modernize their agricultural systems, ensuring resilience and sustainability amid rapid population […]
October 21, 2024
by Kilimokwanza
Nairobi, October 17, 2024 – Cabinet Secretary Dr. Andrew Karanja emphasized the need for innovative extension services during the opening of the 2nd National Agricultural Extension Symposium, organized by the Kenya Forum for Agricultural Advisory Services (KeFAAS). Themed “Delivering Pluralistic Extension to the Last Mile for an Improved Agri-Food System,” the event aimed to address […]
October 21, 2024
by Kilimokwanza
Dar es Salaam, October 19, 2024— Tulalumba (Tullah) Mloge, Principal Executive Assistant to the CEO of the SAGCOT Centre (Southern Agricultural Growth Corridor of Tanzania ) and a seasoned agricultural economist, delivered a compelling speech at the Tanzania Poultry Show 2024. The event, held at Mlimani City from October 18-19, brought together key stakeholders from […]
October 20, 2024
by Kilimokwanza
Dar es Salaam, October 11, 2024 — At a pivotal moment for Tanzania’s agricultural sector, Geoffrey Kirenga, CEO of SAGCOT Centre Ltd., highlighted a combined investment of $6.3 billion during a landmark workshop organized in partnership with the International Finance Corporation (IFC), the Tanzania Investment Centre (TIC), and the Agricultural Council of Tanzania (ACT). This […]
October 19, 2024
by Kilimokwanza
Dar es Salaam, October 18, 2024 – National statistics reveal that by 2032, Tanzania is projected to face a deficit of 234,000 tons of white meat, including chicken, unless strategic investments are made in the sector. This significant shortfall highlights the urgent need for increased investment to meet the growing demand for poultry products. These […]
October 17, 2024
by Kilimo Tanzania
Dar es Salaam, October 16, 2024 – The Poultry Futures Forum 2024, held in Dar es Salaam, brought together key stakeholders, including youth, policymakers, and industry leaders from across Southern Africa, to discuss the future of the poultry industry and its role in achieving food security. The two-day event focused on empowering youth and promoting […]
October 17, 2024
by Kilimo Tanzania
Dar es Salaam, October 16, 2024 – The Poultry Futures Forum 2024, held in Dar es Salaam, brought together stakeholders from across Southern Africa to shape the future of the poultry industry, focusing on empowering youth and promoting gender inclusion. The forum, which attracted representatives from 23 countries, spotlighted poultry farming as a key driver […]
October 16, 2024
by Kilimo Tanzania
Dar es Salaam, October 16, 2024 – The Poultry Futures Forum 2024 kicked off today in Dar es Salaam with a keynote address delivered by Tanzania’s Deputy Prime Minister, Hon. Dr. Doto Biteko, who represented Vice President Hon. Dr. Philip Mpango. Bringing together delegates from across Africa, including representatives from Malawi, Botswana, Mozambique, and beyond, […]