African Agriculture and Food Systems
In the face of global climate inaction, the United Nations Food Systems Envoy, Dr Agnes Kalibata, has spoken out on the urgent need for immediate action to address the growing crisis. Speaking with Daphne Ewing-Chow, Senior Contributor Food, Agriculture, and Sustainability for Forbes, Kalibata highlighted the urgent need for a coordinated and sustained effort to […]
Moshi, Kilimanjaro, 28th February – 02 March 2023 The International Rice Research Institute (IRRI) Tanzania office successfully completed three-day quality seed production training to accelerate genetic gain and create awareness and demand for good quality seeds of improved, climate-resilient, and high-yielding rice varieties. The training combined theoretical and practical sessions and was organized in partnership […]
Dar es Salaam – In a momentous event at the State House, President Samia Suluhu Hassan of the United Republic of Tanzania unveiled the framework and vision for the newly-formed Presidential Food and Agriculture Delivery Council, signaling a shift towards a food-secure future for Africa. “From January 25th-27th this year, I attended a conference of […]
DAR ES SALAAM, March 17, 2023 – President Samia Suluhu will officially launch the prestigious Africa Food Systems Summit 2023 at the State House in Dar es Salaam. The event will bring together experts, policymakers, investors, and stakeholders from across the continent and beyond to address pressing food security challenges and promote sustainable agriculture. A […]
By Anthony Muchoki In a defining move to advance the agricultural sector and food security, President Samia Suluhu Hassan of Tanzania has launched the Presidential Food and Agriculture Delivery Council. This initiative stems from the commitment made by African leaders during the Dakar 2 Summit on Feed Africa: Food Sovereignty and Resilience. Held in Dakar, […]
In a country where traditional gender roles often dictate societal expectations, a clarion call has risen – pushing women to break barriers, be aggressive, and assertively grab opportunities in various sectors. The resounding message came from Ms. Angelina Ngalula, the Executive Chairman of Bravo Group Limited and Agricom Africa Limited, who championed the cause of […]
Nairobi- The Deputy President of Kenya, Rigathi Gachagua, has spoken out on the ongoing controversy surrounding the importation of cheap, duty-free maize into the country. Speaking to Citizen TV, Gachagua said, “cheap maize is not available anywhere in the world”. His remarks come in response to complaints from millers who have been unable to secure […]
AGRA has announced that applications are now open for the 2023 Women Agripreneurs of the Year Awards (WAYA), which recognize African female agripreneurs who have demonstrated remarkable innovation and business excellence in agricultural value chains. The winners will be unveiled during the 2023 AGRF Summit and will receive $85,000 in grant funding. To be eligible […]
President Samia Suluhu Hassan has expressed her desire to see a transformation of Tanzania’s livestock sector. The Prime Minister, Kassim Majaliwa, announced this in a press briefing today, stating that the president is keen on developing the sector to boost Tanzania’s economy. The President has instructed the relevant ministries and agencies to collaborate to formulate […]
Nairobi, Kenya – AGRA is set to celebrate this year’s International Women’s Day by launching the 2023 Women Agripreneur of the Year Awards. The virtual event, themed ‘Harnessing the power of digital technology to power gender inclusive agri-food sector transformation,’ will be held on Wednesday, March 8, 2023, from 15:00 – 17:00 hrs (East African […]