Njahi: The Enduring Bean at the Heart of Kikuyu Culture, Ceremony, and Sustenance
Improving the livelihood of small-scale farmers
Kilimo Kwanza
African Agriculture and Food SystemsMonth: May 2025
Pan-Regionally Adapted Food Crop for East, Central, and Southern Africa
🌾 Staple Crops Grown Across Africa 🌍 From east to west, north to south, these crops form the backbone of Africa’s food systems and are cultivated widely across the continent: ✅ Maize✅ Cassava✅ Sorghum✅ Millet✅ Sweet Potato✅ Common Bean These staples feed millions and drive livelihoods, trade, and resilience in African agriculture. Read on, From Kilimokwanza.org Team I. Introduction…
Limestone Resources of Tanzania: A Comprehensive Geological and Economic Review
KILIMOKWANZA.ORG TEAM I. Introduction A. Overview of Limestone: Definition, Composition, and General Economic Importance Limestone is a sedimentary rock primarily composed of calcium carbonate (CaCO3), predominantly in the mineral forms of calcite or aragonite. While these carbonate minerals form the bulk of the rock, limestone typically contains varying amounts of impurities. These can include siliciclastic components such as quartz…
Kilolo Trade and Investments Expo 2025: Catalyzing Agricultural Transformation and Economic Growth in Tanzania’s Southern Highlands
By Special Correspondent In May 2025, the rolling hills of Kilolo District in Iringa Region came alive with the energy of entrepreneurs, farmers, financiers, and visionaries. The inaugural Kilolo Trade and Investments Expo 2025 was more than an event—it was a declaration of intent. Held at the Ilula Folk Development College (FDC) Grounds, the five-day exhibition emerged as a…
Tanzania VP Urges Global Unity and Private Sector Inclusion in Fight Against Hunger
Brasilia, Brazil | 23 May 2025 – The Vice President of the United Republic of Tanzania, H.E. Dr. Philip Mpango, has urged nations to work together in the fight against hunger and poverty and to accelerate rural development, emphasizing that these are cross-border crises that require unified international efforts. Dr. Mpango delivered the call during his keynote address at…
Tanzania’s Livestock and Fisheries Ministry Targets Growth and Modernization in Ambitious 2025/2026 Budget
Dodoma, Tanzania – The Ministry of Livestock and Fisheries, under the leadership of Minister Hon. Dr. Ashatu Kachwamba Kijaji (MP), presented its financial blueprint for the 2025/2026 fiscal year to Parliament on May 23, 2025. The detailed plan outlines significant investments and strategic interventions aimed at boosting production, enhancing market access, and improving the overall value chain for both…
Kenya’s Cotton: A New Ginnery Ignites Hope on the Coast
Mpeketoni, Lamu County In a quiet corner of Kenya’s coastal region, the seeds of economic transformation are being sown—literally. On April 30, dignitaries, government officials, and industry leaders gathered in Mpeketoni for the ground-breaking ceremony of a new cotton ginnery, a project poised to revitalize an overlooked sector of the economy and empower thousands of rural farmers. The facility,…
Tanzania’s Ministry of Agriculture Charts Ambitious Path for 2025/2026, Building on Recent Successes
Dodoma, Tanzania – The Tanzanian Ministry of Agriculture, under the leadership of Minister Hussein Mohamed Bashe, has presented an ambitious budget and plan for the 2025/2026 fiscal year, aiming to significantly boost agricultural productivity, enhance food security, and increase export revenues. Themed “Feed ourselves and feed others commercially”, the Ministry’s vision underscores a commitment to transforming the agricultural sector…