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AGRA Hosts National Parliamentary Retreat to Bolster Kenya’s Food Systems

February 6, 2024
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Kilimokwanza.org Team – Bringing you the latest updates on agricultural development and food system transformation in Africa. Nairobi, Kenya – AGRA has hosted a national parliamentary retreat in Kenya, marking a significant step towards enhancing Parliament’s role in transforming the country’s agri-food systems. The retreat provided a vital platform for lawmakers, particularly those from the Finance, Budget, National Planning,…

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Apple Farming Emerges as a Promising Business Sector in Tanzania: Insights from SAGCOT Centre’s Zoom Meeting on February 1, 2024

February 6, 2024
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Kilimokwanza.org Team Apple farming is emerging as a highly promising and profitable agricultural endeavour in Tanzania and Africa. This insight came to light during a Zoom meeting on February 1, 2024, organized by the SAGCOT Centre. The meeting was part of a larger dialogue aimed at exploring agricultural prospects within the Southern Agricultural Growth Corridor of Tanzania and other…

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Tanzania Takes Action to Address Sugar Shortages and Price Manipulation

February 6, 2024
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DAR ES SALAAM, February 6, 2024 – In an announcement made today, the Minister of Agriculture in Tanzania, Hon. Hussein M Bashe, addressed the ongoing sugar crisis affecting the country. The minister revealed measures being taken to alleviate the shortage and combat price manipulation in the sugar market. Minister Bashe began by acknowledging Tanzanians’ frustration and concern regarding the…

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TPSF Announces New CEO Raphael Maganga

February 4, 2024
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Dar es Salaam, Tanzania – The Board of Directors of the Tanzania Private Sector Foundation (TPSF) has officially announced the appointment of Mr. Raphael Maganga as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective from 1st February 2024. This significant appointment marks a new chapter in TPSF’s journey towards bolstering the private sector’s role in Tanzania’s economic landscape. Mr. Maganga succeeds…

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Yara Tanzania Addresses Concerns Over Operations in Tabora and Mbeya Regions

February 4, 2024
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In response to recent media reports concerning its operations, Yara Tanzania Ltd, a subsidiary of Yara International ASA of Norway, has issued a public notice to reassure its customers and partners. The company acknowledges challenges in the Tabora and Mbeya regions but assures that its business operations remain robust across the rest of Tanzania. Yara Tanzania Ltd is actively…

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Clove Farmers in Morogoro Region to Benefit More

February 4, 2024
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Kilimokwanza.org In Morogoro, a revolution in agriculture is underway. Clove farming, once a modest part of the region’s diverse agricultural sector, is now set to take center stage. This transformation was marked by a significant event on January 25, 2024, where Dr. Ally Musa Ally, the Regional Administrative Secretary of Morogoro, led a pivotal meeting with spice farming stakeholders…

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Vice President Dr. Mpango Lauds SAGCOT’s Role in Tanzania’s Agricultural Progress

February 2, 2024
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Kilimokwanza.org Team At the recent World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting in Davos, Switzerland, Tanzanian Vice-President Dr. Philip Mpango hailed the successes of the Southern Agricultural Growth Corridor of Tanzania (SAGCOT) in revolutionizing the country’s agricultural sector. Speaking on the sidelines of the event, Dr. Mpango emphasized the importance of expanding and enhancing agricultural infrastructure to bolster Tanzania’s position…

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Dr. Agnes Kalibata Among ‘100 Most Reputable Africans’

February 2, 2024
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Kilimokwanza.org Team Reputation Poll International has unveiled its 2024 ‘100 Most Reputable Africans’ list, celebrating a diverse range of influential figures from the continent. This prestigious list honors individuals from sectors including politics, business, entertainment, and human rights advocacy, recognized for their significant impact, visibility, and integrity. Among these individuals is Dr. Agnes Matilda Kalibata, a symbol of African…

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Market Dynamics: Dar es Salaam Tea Auction Sees Fluctuations in Demand and Pricing

February 1, 2024
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Kilimokwanza.org Team Tanzania’s tea sector, through the Dar es Salaam Tea Auctions, has begun to carve out a significant niche in the global tea market. Despite initial fluctuations, with the second auction doubling the average price per kg from the first, and the third seeing a decrease in sales volume while maintaining price stability, there is optimism for growth….

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Dr. Ashatu Kijaji Emphasizes the Utilization of AfCFTA Opportunities to Boost Trade

February 1, 2024
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Durban, South Africa: In a move to enhance intra-African trade, Dr. Ashatu Kijaji, the Minister of Industry and Trade, and the Chairperson of the 13th African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Ministers of Trade Meeting, has urged member countries to optimally utilize the available opportunities within the AfCFTA framework to bolster trade across the continent. Addressing delegates at the…

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