Kilimo Kwanza
African Agriculture and Food Systems
Category: Africa
AGCOT
Limestone Resources of Tanzania: A Comprehensive Geological and Economic Review
KILIMOKWANZA.ORG TEAM I. Introduction A. Overview of Limestone: Definition, Composition, and General Economic Importance Limestone is a sedimentary rock primarily composed of calcium carbonate…
Africa
Carrying the Flag from Kiwele to the World: The Rise of EatFresh and Tanzania’s Agripreneurial Power
Hadija Jabiri’s Mission to Brand Tanzania Globally In the ever-evolving landscape of Tanzania’s agriculture sector, transformative conversations often spark the greatest change. Recently, Tullah…
Africa
Tanzania Rises as a Beacon of Beekeeping Excellence Ahead of World Bee Day 2025
By Elizabeth Shumbusho Tanzania is buzzing with anticipation as it prepares to host World Bee Day 2025 , a vibrant celebration of nature, innovation,…
Africa
Commercial Farming in Nyandarua County, Kenya: Unlocking a County’s Agricultural Promise
By Charles Mwangi Nyandarua County, nestled in the central highlands of Kenya, is undergoing a profound agricultural awakening. While it has long been known…
Africa
Kenya Transforming Agriculture for Economic Empowerment and Food Security: Grand Promises, Grim Realities
By Cege Wa Mahiga This morning, Principal Secretary for Agriculture, Dr. Kipronoh Ronoh Paul, CBS, joined Deputy President Prof. Kithure Kindiki at his Karen…
AGCOT
Kilolo Trade and Investment Expo 2025 to Spotlight Agricultural Transformation
Kilolo, Iringa – May 6, 2025 Preparations are in full swing for the Kilolo Trade and Investment Expo 2025, a landmark event set to…
Tanzania
Tanzania Joins Continental Effort to Reinforce Food Systems and Farmer Resilience
Dodoma, Tanzania – May, 05 2025 Tanzania has joined six other African nations in implementing a transformative initiative to build resilient food systems and…
Africa
Transforming Africa’s Food System Hinges on Cultivating Leadership at all Levels
BY AGRA President Alice Ruhweza & Joost Guijt-Director, Africa Food Fellowship The Kampala Declaration milestone for Africa’s food systems How Africa’s food systems advance…
Africa
30 Money-Making Paths
1. Give Your Product Away for Free – Then Charge for Extras Freemium model: Offer a free version (like an app or e-book) to…
Africa
AGCOT: The Future of Tanzania’s Agricultural Evolution
The transformation of SAGCOT into AGCOT, launched on April 27, 2025, and briefed to President Samia Suluhu Hassan on April 28, represents a nationwide…
Africa
Tanzania’s Bold March Toward Agricultural Transformation – AGCOT CEO Charts the Path at Dodoma Summit
By News Desk Dodoma, Tanzania – In a rousing keynote address at the Kilimo Roundtable Africa 2nd National Agricultural Stakeholders’ Forum, held at the…
Africa
Kilolo DC Drums Up Support for Trade and Investment Expo 2025
Ilula, Kilolo – April 16, 2025 With just over a month to go before the Kilolo Trade and Investment Expo 2025, Kilolo District Commissioner…
Tanzania
From Grassroots to Growth: The Rise of Coop Bank Tanzania
Dar es Salaam, April 13, 2025 – In the heart of Tanzania’s bustling financial sector, a new institution has emerged with a promise to…
Features
The Juicy Transformation: How Mango Farming is Reshaping Makueni County’s Economy and Livelihoods
In the heart of Makueni County, mango farming has transcended beyond mere agriculture—it has become a lifeline transforming the region’s economic landscape and significantly…
News
Kilolo Trade and Investments Expo 2025: A Convergence of Opportunities
Date and Location: May 21-25, 2025, at the FDC Ilula grounds in Kilolo. The Kilolo Trade and Investments Expo 2025 is set to open…
Africa
Tanzania to Establish National Water Grid as President Samia Launches New National Water Policy 2025
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania – March 22, 2025 In a landmark move to reshape the future of water security in Tanzania, President Dr. Samia…
Africa
Crop Bioscience Solutions CEO Wilfred Mushobozi Champions Biotech and Sustainability in East Africa
By Juma Msafiri Mr. Wilfred Mushobozi has emerged as a transformative figure in Tanzanian agriculture, particularly within the Arusha region, where his leadership continues…
Africa
Tanzania’s Soybean Sector: A Sleeping Giant Awakens
Kilimokwanza.org Reporter Tanzania is making strides in soybean production, yet the industry remains an untapped goldmine with immense potential. In 2023, the country exported…
Africa
Drought in East Africa and the Anticipation of Heavy Rainfall
East Africa is currently facing a severe drought, with drier-than-usual conditions expected to persist between January and March 2025. This follows a period of…
Africa
The Rise of Kenya’s Youth in Sustainable Agriculture: Breaking Barriers, Building a Future
KILIMOKWANZA.ORG TEAM A quiet yet powerful transformation is unfolding in the heart of Kenya’s rural landscape. Young farmers across counties from Nyandarua to Kisumu…
Africa
SAGCOT Salutes Women Driving Innovation and Sustainability in Agriculture on International Women’s Day
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania – In a heartfelt message to the people of Tanzania, Geoffrey Kirenga, CEO of the Southern Agricultural Growth Corridor of…
Africa
SAGCOT and TADB Forge Strategic Alliance to Boost Agribusiness Financing in Tanzania
Dar es Salaam, March 5, 2025 – The Southern Agricultural Growth Corridor of Tanzania (SAGCOT), evolving into the Agricultural Growth Corridors of Tanzania (AGCOT),…