African Agriculture and Food Systems
The World Economic Forum’s Global Risks Report 2024, which highlights the growing risks of disinformation, environmental threats, and geopolitical shifts, has significant implications for African agriculture. As a vital sector for many African economies, it’s crucial to consider how these global risks might affect agriculture in the continent. 1. Disinformation Threat: The rise of misinformation […]
Kilimokwanza.org In the shimmering waters of the Indian Ocean, off the coast of East Africa, lies Zanzibar, an archipelago known for its rich cultural heritage and stunning beaches. Today, it is making headlines for a different reason – as Africa’s leading seaweed producer. In the fiscal year 2021/22, Zanzibar recorded a remarkable increase in seaweed […]
Kilimokwanza.org In a landmark move for its agricultural sector, Rwanda today unveiled its first-ever fertilizer blending factory, a significant stride towards food self-sufficiency and agricultural empowerment. This state-of-the-art facility, born from a joint venture between the Rwandan government and Moroccan fertilizer powerhouse OCP Africa, is set to produce an impressive 100,000 tonnes annually. This development […]
Kilimokwanza.org In-Depth Feature NAIROBI – The Kenya Shilling’s performance in the international currency market has been a hot topic in recent times. While some view the currency’s weakening as a negative trend, a closer examination reveals a more complex scenario. The Central Bank of Kenya’s (CBK) policies, market dynamics, and the broader economic implications all […]
Dubai, COP28 Summit – The recent COP28 climate summit in Dubai marked a historic moment in the global effort to combat climate change, particularly in the realm of agriculture. With the first-ever global declaration aimed at curbing emissions from food production, the summit brought food systems transformation to the forefront of the climate agenda. This […]
By Kilimokwanza.org News Team DODOMA, Tanzania – In a landmark statement, Dodoma Regional Commissioner Rosemary Senyamule has announced a new era of agricultural prosperity for the region, underpinned by the innovative Building Better Tomorrow (BBT) program. This announcement came at the conclusion of the high-profile 2023 Tanzania Agriculture Stakeholders Learning Event (TASLE), a hub of […]
Dubai, UAE – December 4, 2023 At the 28th Conference of the Parties (COP28), Tanzania’s Minister of Livestock and Fisheries, Hon. Abdallah Ulega, held productive discussions with Dr. Essam Yassin Mohammed, the Director-General of WorldFish, an international organization headquartered in Malaysia. During their meeting in Dubai, Minister Ulega expressed Tanzania’s keen interest in collaborating with […]
DUBAI – In a stirring speech at the opening of the World Climate Action Summit, United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres called for urgent and decisive action to combat climate change. Addressing a global audience in Dubai, the Secretary-General underscored the critical state of our planet, urging world leaders to take immediate and effective steps to […]
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania – November 27, 2023 The Vocational Education and Training Authority (VETA) has entered into a landmark partnership with the international organization CARE and the Southern Agricultural Growth Corridor of Tanzania (SAGCOT) to implement a project aimed at building and strengthening agricultural skills. This initiative targets key groups in the regions of […]
The Africa Food Systems Forum (AFS Forum) 2023 marked a historic achievement in the quest for sustainable, inclusive, and resilient food systems in Africa. Operating under the dynamic and reinvigorated AFS Forum brand, the summit made significant strides in highlighting the continent’s dedication and commitment at political, policy, and financial levels, while showcasing innovative strategies […]