African Agriculture and Food Systems
The government will continue prioritizing the development of the agricultural sector as it is crucial for food security, economic growth, and national development. Dr. Jim Yonazi, the Permanent Secretary of the Prime Minister’s Office in charge of Policy, Parliament, and Coordination of Government Activities, made this statement on August 15, 2023, in Dar es Salaam […]
The Permanent Secretary of the Prime Minister’s Office, Dr. Jim Yonazi, overseeing Policy, Parliament, and Coordination of Government Activities, has issued six directives to stakeholders, expert teams, and lead experts participating in the Mid-Term Evaluation of the Second Phase of the Agriculture Sector Development Programme (ASDP II) and the re-planning for the next five years. […]
Tanzania’s journey towards agricultural transformation has garnered high-level support, with President Samia Suluhu Hassan steering farming towards becoming a more business-oriented venture. In parallel, Agriculture Minister Hussein Bashe has been pivotal in encouraging women and youth to view and engage in agriculture not just as a way of life but as a viable business, emphasizing […]
In a major development that promises to reshape Kenya’s agricultural landscape, President Ruto has unveiled a groundbreaking plan to provide farmers with more affordable loans. Addressing a spirited crowd at a rally in Nakuru, Ruto announced an allocation of 10 billion shillings to bolster the Agricultural Finance Corporation (AFC), paving the way for significantly reduced […]
Kilimokwanza.org recently had the privilege of engaging in a rich conversation with Mr. Boaz Blackie Keizire, the distinguished Head of the Africa Food Prize Secretariat. In this insightful discussion, Mr. Keizire shared his perspectives on a wide range of topics centered around the Africa Food Prize’s role in elevating the heroes of African agriculture, its […]
Africa, a continent with unmatched potential, is at a pivotal juncture. With vast tracts of arable land, a young and energetic workforce, and the fervor to make a change, the continent is set to rewrite its own narrative in agriculture and food systems. As Mr. Amath Pathé Sene, the Managing Director of the Africa Food […]
Kilimokwanza.org team What can be achieved in two years for the national good? SAGCOT technocrats, in collaboration with a broad network of partners, are committed to bridging the gap in soybean production – elevating it from 20,000 to over 50,000 tonnes – to satisfy domestic demands. As 2023 draws to a close, the horizon of […]
Kigali, Rwanda -“Agriculture is a critical driver of Africa’s economic growth. But we have not yet unlocked its full potential,” in a powerful address at the graduation ceremony of the Rwanda Institute of Conservation Agriculture (RICA), President Paul Kagame has said. He issued a rallying cry to the nation’s young graduates, urging them to harness […]
Tanzania’s National Irrigation Commission (NIRC) will start harnessing water resources from Lakes Victoria, Tanganyika, and Nyasa for agricultural irrigation. President Samia highlighted this initiative during the culmination of the Farmers’ Day (Nanenane) celebrations, urging the Ministry of Agriculture to explore the use of lake water to enable farmers to achieve two harvests annually. President Samia […]
As Tanzania preps for the upcoming and much-awaited Africa Food Systems Forum’s 2023 Summit, slated for September 3rd-8th, Mr. Amath Pathé Sene, the forum’s Managing Director, outlines the extensive planning and groundbreaking vision behind the efforts to make this convention a pivotal moment in worldwide agriculture. “On behalf of the Africa Food System Forum Secretariat, […]