African Agriculture and Food Systems
Kilimokwanza.org – January 31, 2024 The Southern Agricultural Growth Corridor of Tanzania (SAGCOT Centre) has joined forces with Tamu Tamu Tanzania to host a pivotal Zoom meeting on February 1, 2024, aimed at exploring the immense opportunities within East Africa’s burgeoning apple farming industry. This event promises to shed light on how individuals and businesses […]
In a boost to Tanzania’s agricultural sector, the Ministry of Agriculture has announced the allocation of more than TZS 449 billion to agricultural cooperatives for input procurement and distribution during the 2022/2023 farming season. This substantial investment is set to have far-reaching implications for the country’s farmers, ensuring they have access to essential inputs that […]
Dar es Salaam: As we delve deeper into the transformative journey of Tanzania’s agricultural sector, we turn our attention to the visionary leader, Geoffrey Kirenga, CEO of the Agricultural Growth Corridors of Tanzania (AGCOT). Formerly known as SAGCOT, AGCOT’s expanded mission reflects the growing ambitions of Tanzania’s agricultural landscape. In an interview with WazoHuru Media, […]
Nairobi, Kenya, January 29, 2024 – In a landmark initiative, the Eastern Africa Grain Council (EAGC) has received a significant boost with a three-year grant of US$2 million from the United States government. This grant, part of the USAID’s Economic Recovery and Reform Activity (ERRA) program managed by TradeMark Africa (TMA) and funded by Feed […]
By Neema Munisi The recent announcement of the partnership between the Eastern Africa Grain Council (EAGC) and the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), under its Economic Recovery and Reform Activity (ERRA) program, is not just a news event – it’s a beacon of hope and a testament to the potential of strategic alliances […]
Kilimokwanza.org Team Dr. Agnes Kalibata, President of AGRA, in an announcement, has set the stage for a transformative phase in African agriculture. This strategic shift, first unveiled at the Africa Food Systems Forum in September 2022, is now taking shape with a series of high-profile appointments and a redefined strategic focus, as detailed in a […]
Kilimokwanza.org Team In a strategic move to bolster economic resilience among the youth, Prof. Joyce Ndalichako, the Minister of State, Prime Minister’s Office, Labor, Youth, Employment, and People with Disabilities, has underscored the importance of a collaborative effort between her office and the Ministry of Agriculture. The objective is clear: to uplift the youth economically […]
Kilimokwanza.org Team In a recent analysis of the rice production capabilities within the East African Community (EAC), experts have identified the United Republic of Tanzania as a future powerhouse for rice production on the continent. Prof. Hamadi Iddi Boga, currently serving as Vice President for Program Delivery at AGRA, has highlighted Tanzania’s significant potential in […]
Kilimokwanza.org Team The recent discovery of coltan deposits in Kenya is not just a milestone for the mining sector but also a pivotal moment for the nation’s agriculture industry. This revelation, marking Kenya’s entry into the global tech mineral market, carries profound implications for the country’s agricultural sector, a mainstay of its economy. As the […]
Nairobi, Kenya, January 23, 2024 – In a move to boost East Africa’s agricultural sector, the United States government, through the USAID’s Economic Recovery and Reform Activity (ERRA) program and delivered by TradeMark Africa (TMA), has granted a three-year partnership with the Eastern Africa Grain Council (EAGC). This collaboration, valued at US$2 million, is poised […]