African Agriculture and Food Systems
October 9, 2023 In an effort to ensure the efficient cultivation of tea in Tanzania and its significant contribution to the national income, the Tanzania Tea Board launched the Kilolo Tea Company Board on October 9 in Iringa. The newly established board will oversee the development of the tea industry in the Kilolo District of […]
25 Insights: Why Agriculture in Africa and Food Systems Could Be the Continent’s Most Important Sector By Anthony.Muchoki@gmail.com Africa has always been intrinsically linked with agriculture. This is not just in terms of economic output but also in terms of identity, sustenance, and the potential for future growth. Agriculture in Africa and its accompanying food […]
In an era where digital technologies permeate every aspect of our lives, the importance of soil – the very foundation of our food system – has gained newfound emphasis. CABI, an international not-for-profit organization, has initiated a comprehensive review of national Soil Information Systems (SIS) across ten countries to revolutionize the way we access, understand, […]
In Tunduru district, the fields gleam with the shimmer of mature pigeon peas. Once overlooked and underpriced, these tiny legumes, dubbed locally as the ‘green gold,’ have transformed the fortunes of local farmers in a way few could have imagined. This year, the Tunduru farmers are celebrating a bumper harvest of over 5 million kilograms […]
Kilimokwanza.org Correspondent Amid the tranquil landscapes of Tanzania, the distant sounds of clucking chickens might not just be another element of rural life. For many young Tanzanians, these sounds herald hope, prosperity, and a chance at self-reliance. As Africa’s Food Systems Forum 2023 unfurled in the nation, a passionate plea emerged from the country’s young […]
Blantyre, Malawi – Executive Director of ActionAid Malawi, Pamela Kuwali, participated as a panelist at the African Development Bank Group (AFDB) High-Level Policy Dialogue, focusing on the launch of the Malawi Country Focus Report titled “Mobilizing Private Sector Financing for Climate and Green Growth”. Kuwali, known for her tenacious advocacy for climate justice and sustainable […]
Anthony Muchoki & Beda Msimbe As global superpowers jostle for dominance in the digital era, Tanzania sends out a radar from the heart of the African continent, signaling that the world might have it all wrong. During the AGRF conference, the message was unambiguous: The next revolution will not be televised, but cultivated. From the […]
Flashback: The President of the United Republic of Tanzania, Hon. Samia Suluhu Hassan, launching the African Food System platform today, March 17, 2023, at the State House in Dar es Salaam. Her full statement was translated from Kiswahili. My fellow citizens, on behalf of the government and the people of the United Republic of Tanzania, […]
By Elizabeth Shumbusho, kilimokwanza.org In the dynamic and multi-layered world of economic analysis, few scholars have made as substantial an imprint in Tanzania as Dr. Anne Grace Gongwe. A multifaceted academic powerhouse, Dr. Gongwe currently serves as a senior lecturer, research fellow, and consultant in the Economics Department at Saint Augustine University of Tanzania (SAUT). […]
In today’s interconnected world, the intricacies of our global food system have become increasingly evident. Disparities in food access and availability span across regions, giving rise to critical health challenges. While the affluent segments grapple with issues like non-communicable diseases, the most vulnerable face malnutrition and inadequate dietary intake. As the need for systemic reform […]