November 14, 2024
by Kilimokwanza
Nairobi, Kenya, 14th November 2024 AGRA is proud to announce its participation in the UN Climate Change Conference – COP29,which is taking place in Baku, Azerbaijan, starting this week. Discussions around climate finance, resilience and adaptation are incomplete without the perspective and leadership of Africa’s youth, thus AGRA will bring forward the voices of seven […]
November 14, 2024
by Kilimokwanza
November 14, 2024 In an address at the COP29 climate summit, Tanzania’s Vice President Philip Isdor Mpango delivered a stern message about the severe impact of climate change on his country. He underscored that climate change drains Tanzania’s economy by an estimated 2-3% of its GDP annually, representing billions in lost potential. To meet its […]
November 14, 2024
by Kilimokwanza
Baku, Azerbaijan – November 12, 2024 — At COP29, a landmark high-level event led by the African Union (AU) and the United Republic of Tanzania has placed clean cooking firmly on the global climate agenda. This significant side event, titled “Addressing Clean Cooking Challenges in Africa: A Call for African Leadership,” underscores the urgent need […]
November 14, 2024
by Kilimokwanza
Baku, Azerbaijan — Vice President of Tanzania, Dr. Philip Mpango, met with Prof. Patrick Verkooijen, the CEO of the Global Center on Adaptation (GCA), for strategic discussions aimed at bolstering Tanzania’s resilience against climate change. This high-level meeting took place on the sidelines of the 29th Conference of the Parties (COP-29) to the United Nations […]
November 13, 2024
by Kilimokwanza
November 6, 2024 – Dar es Salaam, Tanzania In a landmark event, the Deputy Permanent Secretary of Tanzania’s Ministry of Agriculture (Cooperatives and Irrigation), Suleiman Serera, officially launched the Growing Together Project. This ambitious five-year project, funded by Norway through the Norwegian Agency for Development Cooperation (Norad) at a value of EUR 9.5 million (TZS […]
November 11, 2024
by Kilimokwanza
Juma Msafiri Tanzania’s bustling streets and vibrant markets are home to a rich array of street foods, each one reflecting the country’s unique blend of cultural influences and flavors. Among the most beloved of these is Chips Mayai, a simple yet satisfying dish that combines French fries with eggs to create a hearty omelette. This […]
November 11, 2024
by Kilimokwanza
By Juma Msafiri East Africa is rich in culinary diversity, and Tanzanian cuisine is no exception. Among the many beloved dishes, one stands out as a true crowd-pleaser: Kuku na Chipsi Masala – tender chicken marinated in a flavorful blend of spices and served with crispy chips. This dish combines East African flavors with a […]
November 6, 2024
by Kilimo Tanzania
Kilimokwanza.org Team Common beans are fundamental to Tanzania’s agricultural landscape, contributing immensely to food security, nutrition, and economic stability for approximately 5.8 million rural households. As Africa’s top producer and the seventh globally, Tanzania harvests 1.2 million tons of beans annually. The demand for these beans encompasses both local consumption and regional exports, substantially boosting […]
November 6, 2024
by Kilimo Tanzania
Tanzania has long been recognized for its diverse agricultural output, but its rising prominence as a global bean producer is remarkable. Despite the average bean plot being just 0.9 acres, Tanzania has become Africa’s largest producer and ranks 7th globally. This feature explores the significance of beans in Tanzania’s agricultural economy, the critical challenges of […]
November 4, 2024
by Kilimo Tanzania
The ACCELERATE Project – A Seed of Hope for Tanzanian FarmersIn a groundbreaking effort to address the challenges of climate change and low crop productivity, the Tanzania Agricultural Research Institute (TARI) has launched the ACCELERATE project. This ambitious initiative focuses on promoting climate-resilient seed varieties for essential crops, including groundnut, sorghum, and beans. Designed to […]