July 5, 2024
by Africa Kilimo
In a candid and heartfelt address, Ambassador Ami Mpungwe, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Kilombero Sugar Company, shared his deep-rooted connection and insights into Tanzania’s sugar industry. With a remarkable 64-year history with Kilombero, Ambassador Mpungwe’s reflections and statements provide a compelling narrative of dedication, challenges, and the sector’s resilient spirit. “Kilombero is […]
July 4, 2024
by Editor
In a heartwarming display of national pride, Nargis Mohamed, the third runner-up in the 2003 Miss Tanzania pageant, recently visited the Tanzania Tea Board (TBT) pavilion at the Dar es Salaam International Trade Fair (DITF-2024). Enchanted by the rich flavours of Tanzanian tea, Nargis praised the authentic taste of the locally produced beverage and encouraged […]
July 3, 2024
by Africa Kilimo
Dar es Salaam – The Tanzania Sugar Producers Association (TSPA) has firmly denied accusations of hoarding sugar to inflate prices for personal gain. The Chairman of TSPA, Ammi Mpungwe, speaking on July 1, 2024, refuted these claims, stating that their primary objective remains to boost domestic sugar production, not to engage in importation or market […]
July 2, 2024
by Kilimokwanza
Kilimokwanza.org Team Tanzania’s Finance Act 2024 introduces significant changes to the country’s financial landscape. Here are ten key points to understand:
July 1, 2024
by Africa Kilimo
Dodoma, July 1, 2024 – The recently enacted Tanzania Finance Act 2024 brings a wave of significant amendments and provisions aimed at bolstering various sectors of the economy. Among the most impacted is the agricultural industry (Kilimo), which stands to benefit from targeted financial support, regulatory updates, and tax incentives. These measures are set to […]
July 1, 2024
by Africa Kilimo
Kilimokwanza.org is excited to share an inspiring piece from the Farm for the Future (FFF) Weekly News 27/2024 – July 01, 2024, which spotlights SAGCOT’s CEO, Geoffrey Kirenga, who is recognized as one of the exceptional Ambassadors of Farm For the Future (FFF). He has penned an op-ed highlighting the significant strides made by FFF […]
June 27, 2024
by Africa Kilimo
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania – June 27, 2024 – Since September 2022, USAID’s Kilimo Tija initiative has spearheaded the transformation of Tanzania’s horticulture sector, unlocking economic opportunities and empowering youth across the country. Through a multifaceted approach implemented by ACDI/VOCA, this innovative program focuses on strengthening market systems, increasing access to climate-smart technologies, and improving […]
June 27, 2024
by Kilimokwanza
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania – June 27, 2024 – USAID’s Development Finance Corporation (DFC) initiative is making a substantial impact in Tanzania by leveraging local financing to boost the agricultural sector. The program, which extends partial credit guarantees to encourage private lenders, aims to support under-served borrowers in new sectors and regions, thereby fostering economic […]
June 27, 2024
by Kilimokwanza
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania – June 27, 2024 – Since its launch in 2018, USAID’s Alliance for Inclusive and Nutritious Food Processing (AINFP) initiative, implemented by TechnoServe, has revolutionized Tanzania’s food landscape. By empowering medium and small-scale food processors in the Southern Agricultural Growth Corridor of Tanzania (SAGCOT), AINFP has significantly improved the availability of […]
June 27, 2024
by Kilimokwanza
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania – June 27, 2024 – USAID’s Advancing Nutrition initiative has achieved remarkable success in bolstering Tanzania’s nutritional status since its launch in October 2019. By strengthening the capacity of key government institutions to implement the National Multi-sectoral Nutrition Action Plan (NMNAP), the initiative has addressed the country’s growing malnutrition challenges amidst […]