African Agriculture and Food Systems
In a clarion call for unity and action, the Africa Food Systems Forum 2023 concluded today, emphasizing the urgency of scaling existing solutions to transform the continent’s food systems. The Forum, marking its 13th year, saw an unparalleled gathering of more than 5400 delegates, which included five Heads of State, 30 Ministers, and representatives from […]
Released at AGRF, the Africa Agriculture Status Report (AASR) Highlights AfCFTA’s Potential in Shaping the Continent’s Food Systems Dar es Salaam: At this year’s AGRF Summit, the much-anticipated Africa Agriculture Status Report (AASR) was unveiled, offering a fresh perspective on the continent’s agricultural challenges and potentials. Chief among its revelations is the potential of the […]
Anthony Muchoki Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, September 3, 2023 — The much-anticipated field visits commence today as the Africa’s Food Systems Forum 2023 Summit (AGRF 2023) unfolds from Monday at the Julius Nyerere International Convention Centre in Dar es Salaam. In the face of global challenges ranging from climate change to geopolitical crises, these field […]
Professor Fortunata Songora Makene, the recently appointed Executive Director is a preeminent authority in the realms of development sociology, gender studies, and social protection. The advent of Prof. Makene marks an epochal juncture not only for ESRF but also for the trajectory of sustainable development in Tanzania. Stepping into her new role, Prof. Makene stands […]
Water, a fundamental necessity of life, remains an elusive dream for millions. In Tanzania, a country blessed with numerous lakes and rivers, the irony lies in the fact that a significant portion of its populace grapples daily with water scarcity and sanitation woes. However, the recent collaboration between the Tanzania Association of Microfinance Institutions (TAMFI) […]
DAR ES SALAAM, Tanzania, August 29, 2023 – In a significant step towards improving water accessibility and sanitation in Tanzania, the Tanzania Association of Microfinance Institutions (TAMFI) applauded the efforts of microfinance institutions for channelling financial resources to households and SMEs to procure essential water and sanitation equipment. “By extending financial assistance to over five […]
Kigali, Rwanda – In a pivotal move for Rwanda’s agricultural sector, President Paul Kagame announced the appointment of Eric Rwigamba as the Minister of State for Agriculture and Animal Resources on August 22, 2023. Rwigamba’s new role comes as part of the ongoing efforts of the Ministry of Agriculture & Animal Resources to bolster the […]
Charles Makongoro Nyerere, the Regional Commissioner of Rukwa, has lauded President Samia Suluhu Hassan for her transformative initiatives aimed at revitalizing the agricultural landscape in the Rukwa region of Tanzania. Nyerere’s commendation is a testimony to these measures’ positive impact on local farmers and their livelihoods. Among the initiatives Nyerere extolled, the fertilizer subsidy program […]
In a landmark move for Tanzania’s financial sector, the formation of the National Cooperative Bank is underway, marking a significant milestone in the cooperative banking landscape. The Kilimanjaro Cooperative Bank Limited (KCBL) shareholders, in a decisive step, have endorsed crucial changes and a strategic merger during their 26th Annual General Meeting (AGM), paving the way […]
Makete, Njombe: In a bid to promote wheat farming in Tanzania, Minister of Agriculture Hussein Bashe has announced that the government plans to exclusively focus on wheat cultivation in Makete District, located in the Njombe region. The move comes as part of an ambitious project aimed at transforming the district into a model area for […]