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Dewji and ATIDI Forge Strategic Alliance to Propel Pan-African Investment

July 29, 2024
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| Africa, Tanzania

In a landmark move set to ignite trade and investment across Africa, Mohammed Dewji, Owner and President of MeTL Group, recently convened with Mrs. Tusekile Kibonde from the African Trade & Investment Development Insurance (ATIDI). The strategic meeting emphasized ATIDI’s crucial role in stimulating investment opportunities by providing insurance against trade and investment risks. Representing 22 member countries, including…

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Data-Driven Revolution: How African Policymakers Can Transform Agriculture

July 29, 2024
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| Africa, Features

By Davis Muthuni The policy and legislative environment is a key driver of agricultural transformation. Policy and regulatory regimes “define the rules of the game”. They regulate the roles and behaviour of players in the sector, determine resource allocation, and assign incentives and disincentives accordingly. Policies shape the business environment by influencing costs, risks, and competition barriers for different…

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Tanzania’s Collaborative Agricultural Future: Engaging Stakeholders for Enhanced Market Access and Financial Support

July 29, 2024
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Dodoma, Tanzania – In a visionary effort to bolster its agricultural sector, Tanzania has launched a comprehensive initiative to engage various stakeholders, including financial institutions, private sector partners, and international donors. This initiative aims to improve market access, increase financial support for farmers, and foster collaboration across the agricultural value chain. By working together, the government and its partners…

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Hussein Bashe& Ms. Safia Boly: By empowering women and youth smallholder farmers, we sow the seeds of a prosperous and self-sufficient continent

July 25, 2024
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| Tanzania

Unleashing Africa’s Agricultural Potential Empowering women and youth in agriculture is not just a goal; it’s a necessity for Tanzania’s future. With a population projected to reach 186.9 million by 2065 and a significant portion being young people, the stakes are high. Unemployment disproportionately affects our youth and women, many of whom are engaged in subsistence agriculture. Addressing these…

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Experts from China and Tanzania Exchange Agricultural Insights

July 25, 2024
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| Features, Tanzania

Kilimokwanza.org Team Experts in policy and research have highlighted the need for transformative agricultural policies in Tanzania. These policies should not stand alone but be integrated with other sectors to achieve significant agricultural changes, such as moving away from subsistence farming. These discussions emerged from a symposium on Tanzanian and Chinese experiences and cooperation in development, with a strong…

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Rwanda’s Agricultural Production Soars by 316,000 Tons in Q1 2024

July 24, 2024
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| Rwanda

Kigali, Rwanda – The Rwanda Agriculture and Animal Resources Development Board (RAB) recently announced a substantial increase in agricultural production for the first quarter of 2024. Crop yield surged by 316,000 tons compared to the same period in 2023, reaching 4,379,725 tons. This achievement is a welcome development ahead of Umuganura, the cultural festival celebrating the harvest. Key Factors…

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Nanenane Agricultural International Expo 2024: A Visionary Gathering for Agricultural Transformation

July 24, 2024
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| Africa, Features, Tanzania

Dodoma, Tanzania – This August, Tanzania will host a grand celebration of its agricultural heritage and future at the Nanenane Agricultural International Expo 2024. Set against the Nanenane Exhibition Grounds in Nzuguni, Dodoma, the event will run from the 1st to the 8th, showcasing the best agricultural, livestock, and fisheries sectors. A Historical Celebration Farmer’s Day, a tradition initiated…

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SAGCOT Green Print: A Model for Food Systems Transformation in Tanzania

July 20, 2024
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| Features, SAGCOT/AGCOT

During the Inception and Consultation Workshop for the Global Environment Facility (GEF-8) Child Project Concept, Mr Thomas Chali, the Assistant Director of Environment at the Vice President’s Office, commended the Southern Agricultural Growth Corridor of Tanzania (SAGCOT) Green Print for its significant role in transforming food systems. The FAO-organized workshop focused on rice and aquaculture value chains in Usangu…

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Tanzania’s Digital Leap in Agriculture: Embracing Technology for a Brighter Future

July 17, 2024
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| Features

Dodoma, Tanzania – In a significant step towards modernizing its agricultural sector, Tanzania has launched an ambitious initiative to enhance the use of digital technology in agriculture. This comprehensive plan aims to improve data accuracy, streamline agricultural processes, and boost overall productivity by integrating advanced digital systems across the sector. Enhancing Digital Systems A cornerstone of this initiative is…

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President Samia Congratulates Farmers for Ensuring Tanzania’s Food Self-Sufficiency

July 14, 2024
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Katavi, July 13, 2024 – In a commendable address today, the President of the United Republic of Tanzania, Her Excellency Dr Samia Suluhu Hassan, praised farmers nationwide for their extraordinary efforts in boosting food production. This achievement has positioned Tanzania to attain a food self-sufficiency level exceeding 120%. President Dr. Samia extended her congratulations while addressing the public at the…

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