African Agriculture and Food Systems
Hadija Jabiri, Founder of GBRI(Eatfresh) and Agriedo Limited, recently visited the youth engaged in the BBT Program. Renowned for her work in transforming agriculture into a profitable venture, Jabiri shared her expertise with the young people eager to contribute to the agricultural sector in Tanzania. The visit, shared by Jabiri on her social media accounts, […]
Dar es Salaam: Empowering youth to enter the agricultural sector through sound policies and advanced technology has become a crucial agricultural agenda in the country. Hon. Hussein Bashe, the Minister of Agriculture, recently announced this at the opening of a stakeholder meeting organized by the African Agriculture Transformation Initiative (AATI). Minister Bashe also inaugurated the […]
Tanzania and Kenya, the two stalwart nations in the East African Community, have long been intertwined in a significant symbiotic trade relationship, particularly in the sphere of agriculture. The harmonious exchange of commodities between the two countries not only fortifies their economies but also caters to their population’s alimentary needs. This strong bilateral link, however, […]
The Ministry of Agriculture, through the Tanzania Smut Control Project (TANIPAC), has been providing education to the public, particularly farmers, about maize smut and its harmful effects in the Kiteto district of the Manyara Region. Specific education has been given to those affected by the damages caused by maize smut, focusing on proper harvesting, drying, […]
A beacon of inspiration and innovation exists in the bustling town of Bagamoyo, nestled along the shores of eastern Tanzania. Ms Joyce Donati Kimaro, a woman of unwavering determination and unyielding spirit, is a testament to the extraordinary heights that can be reached through entrepreneurship. With the gentle breeze caressing her face and the azure […]
With an unwavering passion for agricultural transformation, Mr. Audax Rukonge is a dynamic leader and he was the Executive Director of the Agricultural Non-State Actors Forum (ANSAF) from 2013 to 2022. He is committed to harnessing the sector’s immense potential, particularly for smallholder producers, women, and youth. At ANSAF, he proved a driving force in […]
Nairobi, Kenya – In a meeting with the Agriculture Sector Network (ASNET), Kenya’s Permanent Secretary, Kello Harsama, has been busy laying out the groundwork for the upcoming National Agriculture Summit, scheduled to be held at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC) in Nairobi on July 4-5. The summit, themed “Leaving no One Behind: for Food […]
Dodoma, Tanzania – In a momentous announcement that has sent ripples of excitement through the agricultural community, Minister of Agriculture, Hon. Hussein Bashe, revealed that the long-awaited Kilimanjaro Malting Plant, nestled in the picturesque Kilimanjaro region, is poised to commence operations. This groundbreaking development is poised to bring substantial benefits to barley farmers nationwide and […]
DODOMA, Tanzania – Dodoma Regional Commissioner (RC), Ms Rosemary Senyamule has been rooting for for accelerating economic development in the region, focusing on agriculture as the driving force. Recognizing the pivotal role of agriculture in the region’s economy, Ms Senyamule has spearheaded governments initiatives to propel economic growth and uplift the livelihoods of Dodoma residents. […]
Dodoma Tanzania is positioning itself as a champion of food security and agricultural advancement on the global stage as it fervently prepares for the eagerly awaited Africa’s Food Systems Forum 2023 Summit (AGRF-2023) in Dar es Salaam, hosted by H.E Samia Suluhu Hassan, President of the United Republic of Tanzania, and the AGRF Partner’s Group. […]