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Kilimo Roundtable Inaugural Gala to Spark Collaboration, Innovation, and Growth in Agriculture.

July 16, 2024
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Dar es Salaam, Tanzania – July 16, 2024 Kilimo Roundtable Africa, a platform for Collaboration, Innovation, and Growth in the agriculture sector, has urged Tanzanians to seize emerging opportunities in agriculture locally, regionally, and internationally. In a press release issued today in Dar es Salaam, Rhoda Magoiga Mwita, the CEO of Kilimo Roundtable, emphasised the platform’s unwavering commitment to…

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IFAD Drives Food Security Initiatives in Tanzania.

July 16, 2024
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By Elizabeth Shumbusho, Kilimokwanza.org Contributor To bolster Tanzania’s food security, the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) has emerged as a key player, spearheading transformative initiatives across the agricultural sector. Ms. Sara Mbago-Bhunu, Director of IFAD’s East and Southern Africa Division, highlighted the organisation’s crucial role during the Tanzania Food Systems Partner Dialogue and Workshop on July 11th, 2024….

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Kilimo Roundtable Africa Urges Tanzanians to Embrace Agricultural Opportunities

July 16, 2024
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The Kilimo Roundtable Africa, a platform promoting collaboration, innovation, and growth in the agricultural sector, has encouraged Tanzanians to seize the diverse opportunities emerging in agriculture both domestically and internationally. In a statement released today, July 16, 2024, in Dar es Salaam, Kilimo Roundtable CEO Rhoda Mwita affirmed the platform’s commitment to fostering a sustainable and successful agricultural sector…

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National Food Systems Dialogue Delivers Much-Needed Direction!

July 16, 2024
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By Beda Msimbe Tanzania has made significant strides toward a more robust, sustainable food system, underscored at the Tanzania Food Systems Partner Dialogue and Workshop held in Dar es Salaam on July 11, 2024.  This gathering of diverse stakeholders—government officials, private sector representatives, farmer organisations, and development partners—focused on identifying key priorities and investment opportunities within the nation’s food…

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President Samia Suluhu Hassan Inaugurates Modern Silos and Grain Storage Facilities in Katavi

July 14, 2024
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On July 14, 2024, the President of the United Republic of Tanzania, Dr. Samia Suluhu Hassan, officially inaugurated state-of-the-art silos, grain storage facilities, and launched the 2024/2025 grain purchasing season in Katavi Region. During her address at the inauguration ceremony, President Samia highlighted that establishing these modern storage facilities underscores the urgent need to transform agriculture into a commercial…

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AGRA Reinforces Support at Tanzania Food Systems Partners Dialogue and Workshop

July 14, 2024
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*Tsh 33 trillion needed to implement the Agenda 10/30 initiative * AGRA has pledged $40 million to support to “Building a Better Tomorrow” initiative Dar es Salaam, Tanzania The Tanzania Food Systems Partners Dialogue and Workshop, held on July 11, 2024, in Dar es Salaam, marked a significant milestone in the nation’s journey towards a more robust and sustainable…

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Tanzania Food Systems Partners Dialogue: Advancing Agricultural Transformation

July 14, 2024
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By Linnet Muchoki The recent Tanzania Food Systems Partners Dialogue convened diverse national and international stakeholders to address crucial issues in sustainable agricultural development and food security. Chaired by His Excellency Hailemariam Dessalegn, the event featured prominent personalities, including Dr. David Nabarro, IFAD Regional Director, Honorable Ministers, Ambassadors, and representatives from academia, media, and development agencies. Under the leadership…

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Solar Energy: Tanzania’s Untapped Resource for Agricultural Advancement

July 14, 2024
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Dar es Salaam, Tanzania (July 12, 2024) – Solar energy holds the potential to revolutionize Tanzania’s agricultural sector by providing clean, sustainable power for irrigation, crop preservation, and processing. This innovation could significantly reduce operational costs for farmers and bolster food security nationwide. Deodatus Balile, Chairman of the Tanzania Editors Forum (TEF), emphasized this message during the unveiling of…

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Transforming Tanzania’s Agricultural Landscape: The Agenda 10/30 Roadmap

July 12, 2024
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Tanzania’s agricultural sector, the backbone of the nation’s economy, is set for a significant transformation with the launch of the Agenda 10/30 Roadmap during AGRA-supported Tanzania Food Systems Partner Dialogue and Workshop. This strategic initiative, introduced by the Ministry of Agriculture, aims to propel the crop sub-sector GDP growth rate to an ambitious 10% by 2030, up from the…

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Youth Engagement Key to Inclusive Growth in Agriculture, Says Minister Bashe

July 12, 2024
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DAR ES SALAAM, Tanzania – In a landmark address at the Tanzania Food Systems Partner Dialogue and Workshop held on July 11, 2024, Minister for Agriculture, Hon. Hussein Bashe (MP), emphasized the pivotal role of youth engagement in advancing the country’s agricultural sector. Speaking at the Serena Hotel in Dar es Salaam, Minister Bashe highlighted the significance of the…

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