African Agriculture and Food Systems
In an announcement that is set to redefine Kenya’s position in the global mining sector, the Minister for Mining, Blue Economy and Maritime Affairs, Salim Mvurya, has confirmed the discovery of Kenya’s first deposits of coltan, a mineral pivotal to the manufacturing of electric car batteries, mobile phones, and a myriad of other electronic devices. […]
Kigali, Rwanda : The Rwanda Institute for Conservation Agriculture (RICA) witnessed an emotional yet celebratory gathering at the weekend as it honored Dr. Richard Ferguson and his wife, Teresa, upon their retirement. The distinguished duo has been the bedrock of RICA for over a decade, significantly shaping its ethos, culture, and academic excellence. Renowned for […]
Lilongwe, Malawi – The Ministry of Agriculture in Malawi has officially announced the suspension of the previous ban on maize importation from Tanzania. This significant decision comes after thorough discussions and evaluations with the Tanzanian Plant Health and Pesticides Authority, ensuring the containment of the Maize Lethal Necrosis Disease (MLND) which initially triggered the ban. […]
Dar es Salaam, 2024 – NMB Bank has today announced the launch of its groundbreaking campaign, “NMB PESA HAACHWI MTU,” aimed at significantly enhancing financial inclusion among Tanzanians. This latest initiative promises a more accessible banking experience, breaking down barriers and expanding opportunities for the majority of Tanzanians to join the formal financial system. Filbert […]
Nairobi- Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru has advocated for the local rice farmers to be given priority in purchasing the Mwea Rice Mills (MRM) when it is privatized. Since the farmers already own 45% of MRM, Waiguru believes it is logical for them to have the first option to buy the remaining 55% currently held by […]
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, 7th December 2023: Today, 78 emerging leaders in food systems graduated from the Centre for African Leaders in Agriculture (CALA) programme hosted by AGRA. The centre is an AGRA-led initiative, co-implemented by African Management Institute (AMI) and Policy Link. The 78 leaders drawn from the public, private sector and civil society were […]
Nairobi: In this article co-written by Dr. Agnes Kalibata, President of AGRA, and Amath Pathe SENE, Managing Director of the AFS Forum, outlines the critical issues at stake for developing countries, especially in Africa, as the world gathers in Dubai for COP28. The focus is on the ‘Loss and Damage’ principle, which acknowledges the irreversible […]
Nairobi, Kenya The coalition of food and land use stakeholders (FOLU) has come together to address the urgent challenges of food and nutrition insecurity, land degradation, growing inequalities, and declining agricultural output in Kenya. FOLU yesterday held a high-stakes meeting, spearheaded by AGRA, World Resources Institute (WRI), Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition (GAIN), and the […]
Hon. Soipan Tuya, the Cabinet Secretary, Ministry of Environment, Climate Change and Forestry, Kenya; and Dr. Agnes Kalibata, the President of AGRA, have jointly penned an op-ed highlighting Kenya’s progressive climate actions. The piece addresses rising temperatures in Kenya affecting sectors like agriculture, emphasizing collaborative efforts across Africa. The op-ed underscores the importance of unity […]
The announcement at the Africa Food Systems Summit 2023 in Tanzania, in which the Minister of Agriculture, Hon Hussein Bashe, pledged 5,000 acres of land to poultry entrepreneur Elizabeth Swai, is nothing short of revolutionary. Such commitments are precisely what Africa needs to fortify its agricultural sectors and ensure food security. Elizabeth Swai’s AKM Glitters […]