African Agriculture and Food Systems
By Kilimokwanza.org On a warm morning in Kenya’s Makueni County, a farmer hoists two sacks of pigeon peas onto a waiting motorbike. Her fields—once depleted by years of erratic rainfall—now show steady recovery: soils are restored, seeds are climate-resilient, nearby aggregation points buy her harvest at competitive prices, and a weather alert on her phone […]
By Esther Mnyika, Dodoma Dodoma, August 2025 – Farmers and livestock keepers in Tanzania are being urged to embrace agricultural and livestock insurance schemes as a critical shield against climate shocks, pests, and other disasters that threaten production and rural livelihoods. The call was made by Dr. Baghayo Saqware, Commissioner of the Tanzania Insurance Regulatory […]
By Juma Msafiri Tanzania stands on the threshold of a transformative national journey — one that demands courage, clarity, and collective vision. The Southern Agricultural Growth Corridor of Tanzania (SAGCOT), a trailblazing initiative that sought to unlock the country’s agricultural potential, now hands over the baton to a broader, bolder vision: the Agricultural Growth Corridors […]
Arusha In the semi-arid heartlands of Africa, where climate unpredictability has long hindered food security and productivity, a little-known legume is emerging as a game-changer: Dolichos Lablab, commonly known as Lablab bean. With roots deeply embedded in African soil and promise that extends far into the future, Lablab is being reintroduced and repositioned as a […]
Nairobi, Kenya – May 2, 2025 – In response to mounting climate challenges, Kenya is advancing a groundbreaking tomato breeding initiative aimed at equipping farmers with robust, high-yielding varieties that can withstand pests, diseases, and erratic weather patterns. The move marks a critical step in the country’s broader efforts to ensure food security, stabilize farmer […]
Nairobi, Kenya—In a landmark achievement for African agriculture and climate resilience, Dr. Agnes Kalibata, the outgoing President of AGRA, has successfully secured a $75 million grant from the Green Climate Fund (GCF) for the organization. The funding will be used to address postharvest losses across seven African countries, marking a significant step toward ensuring food […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
September 9, 2024, Kigali, Rwanda – 100 Million Youth to Seek Jobs by 2030, But Only 3 Million Jobs Created Annually Over 1,000 young people from across Africa came together at the recent Africa Food Systems Forum to commit to transforming the continent’s food systems and tackling the pressing challenges of climate change. Their collective […]
Dar es Salaam Tanzania’s agricultural landscape is evolving, with rice becoming one of the fastest-growing food sources, making it crucial for food security and self-sufficiency. However, small-scale rice producers, responsible for about 90% of the country’s rice production, face significant challenges such as low productivity, climate variability, and limited market access. The Growing Resilience program […]
By Dr. Agnes Kalibata, AGRA President The climate crisis is no longer a distant threat; it’s an immediate and pressing reality. The world is on a trajectory that suggests we will exceed the critical 1.5°C warming limit set by the Paris Agreement. This “climate overshoot” is poised to wreak havoc on global health, food security, […]
African Youth Recognized as Key to Transforming the Continent’s Food Systems through Innovation and a Dynamic Workforce. Kigali—AGRA, formerly the Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa, and its partners have launched the African Youth Common Position on Food Systems, Policy, and Climate Change alongside a call to action for 2024. This initiative underscores the […]
Kigali, Rwanda September 4 th , 2024 – AGRA and partners has today launched the African YoutCommon Position on Food Systems, Policy and Climate Change and call to action 2024 affirming thatAfrican youth hold the greatest potential to grow the continent’s food systems through innovation andvibrant labor.“The 2024 youth common position paper highlights the current […]
Dar es Salaam To strengthen food security and enhance the livelihoods of small-scale farmers, Norges Vel Tanzania has introduced “The Growing Resilience Program,” a five-year initiative to transform rice production in the Mbarali District in Mbeya Region, Malinyi District in Morogoro Region, and Kilombero District, also in Morogoro Region Mbarali. The project focuses on increasing […]
Dar es Salaam, 10th July 2024 – The Ministry of Agriculture is gearing up to host a significant multi-stakeholder partner workshop on Thursday, 11th July 2024, at the Serena Hotel. This workshop aims to unite diverse partners to focus on accelerating Tanzania’s food systems and climate action initiatives. Key priorities include advancing specific public-private flagship […]
In 2024/5 budget speech delivered by Hon. Abdallah Hamis Ulega (MP), Minister of Livestock and Fisheries, the government’s commitment to environmental sustainability and climate change mitigation in the livestock sector was prominently featured. The budget outlines several initiatives aimed at addressing the impacts of climate change and promoting sustainable practices in livestock farming. One of […]
Dodoma, Tanzania – May 27 to June 5, 2024 In alignment with the global community, Tanzania is set to celebrate World Environment Day (WED) from May 27 to June 5, 2024, under the theme “Land Restoration, Desertification, and Drought Resilience.” The theme aims to mobilize efforts to restore degraded lands, combat desertification, and enhance resilience […]