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New Global Cooperation Barometer Reveals Insights into a Decade of Global Cooperation Trends

January 8, 2024
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| Africa, News

Geneva, Switzerland, 8 January 2024 – The World Economic Forum (WEF) unveiled its inaugural Global Cooperation Barometer, developed in collaboration with McKinsey & Company, shedding light on the dynamics of global cooperation over the past decade. The barometer, utilizing 42 indicators, measures five crucial pillars: trade and capital, innovation and technology, climate and natural capital, health and wellness, and…

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Zanzibar’s Seaweed Revolution: Blue Economy in Action

January 8, 2024
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| Features, Tanzania

Kilimokwanza.org In the shimmering waters of the Indian Ocean, off the coast of East Africa, lies Zanzibar, an archipelago known for its rich cultural heritage and stunning beaches. Today, it is making headlines for a different reason – as Africa’s leading seaweed producer. In the fiscal year 2021/22, Zanzibar recorded a remarkable increase in seaweed production, surpassing 12,594 tons….

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NAM Summit 2024 Puts Uganda’s Agricultural Brilliance in the Spotlight

January 8, 2024
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| Africa, Africa’s Food Systems Forum 2023

By Elizabeth Shumbusho In anticipation of the 19th Summit of the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM), scheduled to be held in Kampala, Uganda, from January 17 to 20, 2024, the Ministry of Agriculture has highlighted the pivotal role of agriculture in Uganda’s economy.  The upcoming summit provides a unique platform to showcase the country’s agricultural prowess on the global stage, acknowledging…

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Zanzibar Emerges as Africa’s Leading Seaweed Producer, Thanks to Innovative Government Strategies

January 8, 2024
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| Africa, Features, Kenya

Kilimokwanza.org President Dr. Hussein Mwinyi has stated that Zanzibar is the leading country in seaweed production in Africa, with production increasing by more than 12,594 tons in the year 2021/22, despite competition from major global producers such as China, the Philippines, Indonesia, and others. President Dr. Mwinyi attributes all the achievements to the implementation of policies and strategies for…

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Fentahun Mengistu Tiruneh:  Ethiopia and Africa Must Foster Capable and Visionary Leaders for Agricultural Advancement 

January 5, 2024
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| Ethiopia, Features, News

Leaders are the driving force behind progress in any endeavour Dr Fentahun Mengistu Tiruneh knows firsthand the immense potential of the agriculture sector in Ethiopia but also understands the daunting challenges it faces – from environmental degradation to technological stagnation and the impact of climate change. As the Country Director of the Sasakawa Africa Association-Ethiopia, Dr Fentahun leads and…

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Kenya’s Agriculture Sector Suffers Ksh16.26 Billion Loss Due to El Nino Rains

January 5, 2024
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| Kenya, News

Kilimokwanza.org Kenya’s agriculture sector has been severely impacted by the El Nino rains, incurring losses amounting to Ksh16.26 billion, as disclosed by the government. The National El Nino Emergency and Disaster Response Command Centre released a statement on Friday, detailing the extent of the devastation caused by the unseasonal weather phenomenon. Devastation Across the Board The country has witnessed…

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Equity Bank Rwanda Ushers in New Era of Banking Dominance Following Historic Merger with Cogebanque

January 5, 2024
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| Africa, Features, Rwanda

KilimoKwanza.org Team In a landmark financial maneuver, Equity Group Holdings PLC (EGH) has announced the successful completion of its strategic merger between Compagnie Générale De Banque (Cogebanque) Plc and Equity Bank Rwanda Plc (EBR), effective as of 31st December 2023. This historic move results in the formation of a newly consolidated powerhouse in the banking sector, Equity Bank Rwanda…

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President Samia’s End-of-Year Address Highlights Robust Economic Growth, Healthcare Advances, and Strategic International Partnership

January 4, 2024
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| Africa, Features, Tanzania

Transcribed and translated by Charles Anthony. Here is President Samia Suluhu Hassan’s end-of-year speech, in which she comprehensively outlines the significant strides Tanzania has made in various sectors throughout the year. Her address encompasses the nation’s achievements in economic growth, healthcare improvements, education reforms, and international collaborations, reflecting on the challenges overcome and setting a forward-looking agenda for continued…

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Ugandan Government to Boost Vanilla Market with Structured Harvesting Dates

January 4, 2024
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| News, Uganda

By Elizabeth Shumbusho In a decisive step to bolster Uganda’s vanilla sector, the Ministry of Agriculture has earmarked January 5, 2024, as the commencement of the nationwide vanilla harvest, extending over three months to April 5, 2024. The announcement by Fred Bwino Kyakulaga, the State Minister for Agriculture, comes at a critical juncture following a tumultuous pricing period in…

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Potato Power: A Look into Rift Valley’s Spud Legacy

January 4, 2024
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| Africa, Kenya, News, Tanzania

As the sun rises over the Rift Valley, casting a golden light on sprawling fields, a local farmer begins his day. Amidst the rolling hills and fertile plains stretching across Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Rwanda, Burundi, and the Democratic Republic of Congo, lies a story woven deeply into the soil – the story of the potato. From Indigenous Ingenuity to…

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