African Agriculture and Food Systems
Dar es Salaam, February 10, 2025 – In an ambitious move to elevate Tanzania’s poultry industry to global standards, the Netherlands has joined forces with the Tanzania Veterinary Laboratory Authority (TVLA) to launch a groundbreaking initiative to enhance poultry disease management nationwide. This collaboration was officially inaugurated yesterday in Dar es Salaam by Prof. Riziki […]
Tanzania’s Path to Agricultural Transformation: Leveraging Technology and Strategic Planning in Irrigation On February 11th, 2025, a dynamic Agribusiness East Africa Room meeting was held on Clubhouse and YouTube, bringing together leading experts, stakeholders, and agricultural enthusiasts to explore the transformative potential of modern irrigation in Tanzanian agriculture. Moderated by Juma Bruno Ngomuo, an expert […]
In a continent where agriculture forms the backbone of many economies, technological advancement is not just a luxury; it’s a necessity. In 2025, it’s time for Africa to embrace a significant transformation in farming techniques, starting with replacing the traditional hand hoe. This age-old tool has tilled African soils for centuries but demands intense labour […]
From February 5th to 7th, Berlin, Germany, hosted Fruit Logistica 2025, where Tanzania showcased its agricultural prowess with 26 companies participating in this prestigious global trade fair for the fresh produce industry. The event solidified its reputation as a premier platform for international trade in fresh produce, attracting visitors and buyers from over 145 countries. […]
I. Executive Summary This report by kilimokwanza.org analyzes the current state of mango farming in Tanzania and evaluates its potential to become the country’s second most valuable cash crop, as highlighted in several stakeholders’ meetings organized by SAGCOT Centre in 2024 and other stakeholders. Agriculture plays a pivotal role in Tanzania’s economy, and while traditional […]
February 4, 2025 On February 4, 2025, a landmark event in Tanzania’s agricultural development unfolded as the Royal Norwegian Embassy (RNE), in conjunction with the Agriculture Transformation Office (ATO) and the Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa (AGRA), signed a pivotal Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). This collaboration underscores a robust commitment from Norway to […]
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania — On February 4, 2025, a landmark event in Tanzania’s agricultural development unfolded as the Royal Norwegian Embassy (RNE), in conjunction with the Agriculture Transformation Office (ATO) and the Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa (AGRA), signed a pivotal Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). This collaboration underscores a robust commitment from […]