African Agriculture and Food Systems
Kilimokwanza.org The 2024/5 budget speech for the Ministry of Livestock and Fisheries highlighted significant advancements in Tanzania’s poultry industry. This sector, crucial for the country’s agricultural economy, has seen substantial growth in various areas, from production to international trade. Here’s an in-depth look at Tanzania’s poultry industry’s key developments and prospects. Impressive Growth in Poultry […]
Table 1: Milk Production and Processing Category 2022/2023 2023/2024 Percentage Increase Milk Production 3.60 billion liters 3.97 billion liters 10.3% Milk Processed 77.90 million liters 81.80 million liters 5.01% Unprocessed Milk 3.52 billion liters (97.8% of production) 3.89 billion liters (97.9% of production) 10.5% Collection Centers 246 centers 258 centers 4.9% Milk Collected 71.80 million […]
Kilimokwanza.org Reporter Elizabeth Christopher Swai, the CEO of AKM Glitters Company Limited, has been featured in the June/July 2024 edition of Forbes Africa. The article highlights her remarkable journey and significant contributions to Tanzania’s poultry sector, showcasing her unwavering commitment to social impact entrepreneurship. Swai’s journey from the United Nations to founding AKM Glitters demonstrates […]
Kigali, Rwanda – May 23, 2024 – In anticipation of the Basketball Africa League (BAL) 2024 finals, AGRA has announced the launch of Kigali Restaurant Week, set to take place from May 27th to June 1st, 2024. This initiative aims to empower young Rwandan agri-preneurs and highlight agriculture’s role as a catalyst for economic growth […]
In a landmark speech delivered with urgency and optimism, Tanzania’s Minister of Agriculture, Hon. Hussein Mohamed Bashe, unveiled the 2024/2025 budget for the Ministry of Agriculture. This comprehensive financial plan underscores the government’s commitment to transforming the agricultural sector, which remains the backbone of Tanzania’s economy. With a focus on infrastructure, research, market access, and […]
Dodoma, Tanzania (21 MAY 2024)—In a move to boost the agricultural sector in Tanzania, Minister of Agriculture Hussein Bashe today officially launched the distribution of tablets and point-of-sale (POS) machines to agricultural extension officers and agro-input agents in Dodoma. Speaking at the launch event, Minister Bashe said that the 3,500 tablets and POS machines will […]
Kilimokwanza.org Reporter In the lush Southern Highlands of Tanzania, a transformative project is taking shape, as detailed in the 2023 publication “Tanzania Sustainable Soybean Initiative – Building a Business Case for a Long-Term Investment” by the SAGCOT Centre Limited. The presentation details – the characteristics of soybean growers, hotspot areas, input demand, and projected production […]
Nairobi, Kenya, 15th May 2024—AGRA has announced applications opening for the fourth cohort of the Centre for African Leaders in Agriculture (CALA)’s Advanced Leadership Programme. This initiative is designed for executives and emerging leaders across Africa’s agriculture sector, including government, private sector, and civil society. The Advanced Leadership Programme aims to support developing leaders in […]
Athi River, Kenya – May 20, 2024 – A groundbreaking ceremony in Athi River EPZ marked the start of construction for the world’s first sustainable garment factory built from upcycled containers. This innovative $1.83 million project is financed by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) with a $530,000 investment and a $1.3 million […]
KIGALI, Rwanda – To promote trade and foster economic growth in Africa, the International Finance Corporation (IFC) has partnered with Ecobank Transnational Incorporated (ETI) to provide a $140 million trade finance guarantee facility. Announced at the Africa CEO Forum in Kigali, this initiative will enhance trade finance operations across ETI’s subsidiaries in Burkina Faso, Cameroon, […]