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The Tanzanian government has invested Tsh 13.9 trillion in the SAGCOT Corridor.

July 31, 2024
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| Features, Tanzania

DODOMA, Tanzania – In anticipation of the 31st Nane Nane International Agricultural Exhibition, SAGCOT Centre CEO Geoffrey Kirenga commemorated Tanzania’s agricultural advancements on July 31, 2024. He highlighted SAGCOT’s pivotal role in transforming the sector and outlined ambitious plans to extend its successful model to new agricultural corridors nationwide. The exhibition, which will open on August 1st, will showcase…

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Dewji and ATIDI Forge Strategic Alliance to Propel Pan-African Investment

July 29, 2024
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| Africa, Tanzania

In a landmark move set to ignite trade and investment across Africa, Mohammed Dewji, Owner and President of MeTL Group, recently convened with Mrs. Tusekile Kibonde from the African Trade & Investment Development Insurance (ATIDI). The strategic meeting emphasized ATIDI’s crucial role in stimulating investment opportunities by providing insurance against trade and investment risks. Representing 22 member countries, including…

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Data-Driven Revolution: How African Policymakers Can Transform Agriculture

July 29, 2024
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| Africa, Features

By Davis Muthuni The policy and legislative environment is a key driver of agricultural transformation. Policy and regulatory regimes “define the rules of the game”. They regulate the roles and behaviour of players in the sector, determine resource allocation, and assign incentives and disincentives accordingly. Policies shape the business environment by influencing costs, risks, and competition barriers for different…

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Hussein Bashe& Ms. Safia Boly: By empowering women and youth smallholder farmers, we sow the seeds of a prosperous and self-sufficient continent

July 25, 2024
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| Tanzania

Unleashing Africa’s Agricultural Potential Empowering women and youth in agriculture is not just a goal; it’s a necessity for Tanzania’s future. With a population projected to reach 186.9 million by 2065 and a significant portion being young people, the stakes are high. Unemployment disproportionately affects our youth and women, many of whom are engaged in subsistence agriculture. Addressing these…

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Experts from China and Tanzania Exchange Agricultural Insights

July 25, 2024
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| Features, Tanzania

Kilimokwanza.org Team Experts in policy and research have highlighted the need for transformative agricultural policies in Tanzania. These policies should not stand alone but be integrated with other sectors to achieve significant agricultural changes, such as moving away from subsistence farming. These discussions emerged from a symposium on Tanzanian and Chinese experiences and cooperation in development, with a strong…

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Rwanda’s Agricultural Production Soars by 316,000 Tons in Q1 2024

July 24, 2024
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| Rwanda

Kigali, Rwanda – The Rwanda Agriculture and Animal Resources Development Board (RAB) recently announced a substantial increase in agricultural production for the first quarter of 2024. Crop yield surged by 316,000 tons compared to the same period in 2023, reaching 4,379,725 tons. This achievement is a welcome development ahead of Umuganura, the cultural festival celebrating the harvest. Key Factors…

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Nanenane Agricultural International Expo 2024: A Visionary Gathering for Agricultural Transformation

July 24, 2024
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| Africa, Features, Tanzania

Dodoma, Tanzania – This August, Tanzania will host a grand celebration of its agricultural heritage and future at the Nanenane Agricultural International Expo 2024. Set against the Nanenane Exhibition Grounds in Nzuguni, Dodoma, the event will run from the 1st to the 8th, showcasing the best agricultural, livestock, and fisheries sectors. A Historical Celebration Farmer’s Day, a tradition initiated…

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Tanzania Aims To Develop New National Poultry Strategy to Propel Sector Growth

July 23, 2024
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| Features, SAGCOT/AGCOT, Tanzania

“SAGCOT has shown us the way by supporting convenings that formed the poultry stakeholders compact and its executive secretariat committee.” Morogoro, Tanzania— In a concerted effort to transform Tanzania’s poultry sector, industry experts and key stakeholders convened in Morogoro from July 15th to 20th to formulate the National Poultry Strategy. This pivotal document addresses critical issues related to food…

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SAGCOT & Canaan Global Centre Forge Strategic Partnership for Cocoa, Soya Value Addition

July 19, 2024
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| Features, SAGCOT/AGCOT, Tanzania

Prof. Jangsaen Kim, Director of the Canaan Global Centre in South Korea (centre, in a tie), and Dr. Rozalia Rwegasira, Assistant Regional Administrative Secretary (second left), meet on July 3rd, 2024, at the Sagcot Centre—Kilombero office to discuss cocoa and soya value addition in the SAGCOT region. The others are (from left) Adam Ndatulu, Cluster & Partnerships Specialist Kilombero;…

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Tanzania Secures $576 Million Investment to Transform Mkulazi into Agricultural Powerhouse

July 17, 2024
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| News, Tanzania

DAR ES SALAAM, Tanzania – The Tanzania Investment Centre (TIC) announced in June a landmark $576 million investment for Mkulazi, Morogoro, poised to revolutionize the nation’s agricultural sector. This multifaceted project aims to diversify agricultural production, create employment opportunities, and stimulate economic growth. Key Highlights: Diversified Agricultural Ventures: Three major investors will spearhead the transformation of Mkulazi: Economic Impact…

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