African Agriculture and Food Systems
Kilimokwanza.org Team Tanzania’s tea sector, through the Dar es Salaam Tea Auctions, has begun to carve out a significant niche in the global tea market. Despite initial fluctuations, with the second auction doubling the average price per kg from the first, and the third seeing a decrease in sales volume while maintaining price stability, there […]
Kilimokwanza.org team The Southern Agricultural Growth Corridor of Tanzania (SAGCOT) is spearheading a transformative initiative that promises to revolutionize the Tanzanian livestock sector by dramatically reducing animal feed costs. This ambitious endeavour, conducted in partnership with the Tanzanian government, the Netherlands Embassy, and various other stakeholders, aims to enhance the efficiency and sustainability of livestock […]
Durban, South Africa: In a move to enhance intra-African trade, Dr. Ashatu Kijaji, the Minister of Industry and Trade, and the Chairperson of the 13th African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Ministers of Trade Meeting, has urged member countries to optimally utilize the available opportunities within the AfCFTA framework to bolster trade across the continent. […]
The Tanzanian tea sector, steeped in history and tradition, is undergoing a transformative consolidation, marking a significant turning point in its journey. This feature explores the recent merger of key institutions in the tea industry, a move that’s set to reshape the landscape of tea production and trade in Tanzania. Historical Context: Tea first took […]
Dar es Salaam Minister of Agriculture Hussein Mohamed Bashe recently spoke about his Ministry’s visionary ‘Agenda 10/30’. This comprehensive strategy aims to radically transform the landscape of agriculture in Tanzania, addressing critical demographic and economic challenges, and setting ambitious growth targets for the next decade. During his speech, Minister Bashe emphasized the urgency of adapting […]
The Ministry of Agriculture & Livestock Development has announced a significant development in agricultural infrastructure in Nyandarua County. CS Mithika Linturi, on the first day of his three-day field tour, has officially commissioned the Kagongo Wendani marketing shed and irrigation infrastructure. This new irrigation project is a game-changer for the agricultural sector in Nyandarua and […]
Nairobi- Hon. Jonathan Mueke, CBS, recently officiated Kenchic’s adoption of a solar power system at their processing plant in Kilimambogo, Thika. This significant move not only underlines Kenchic’s commitment to environmental stewardship but also marks a strategic step in reducing production costs. The adoption of solar energy is in line with Kenya’s Bottom Up Economic […]
Kilimokwanza.org – January 31, 2024 The Southern Agricultural Growth Corridor of Tanzania (SAGCOT Centre) has joined forces with Tamu Tamu Tanzania to host a pivotal Zoom meeting on February 1, 2024, aimed at exploring the immense opportunities within East Africa’s burgeoning apple farming industry. This event promises to shed light on how individuals and businesses […]
In a boost to Tanzania’s agricultural sector, the Ministry of Agriculture has announced the allocation of more than TZS 449 billion to agricultural cooperatives for input procurement and distribution during the 2022/2023 farming season. This substantial investment is set to have far-reaching implications for the country’s farmers, ensuring they have access to essential inputs that […]
Dar es Salaam: As we delve deeper into the transformative journey of Tanzania’s agricultural sector, we turn our attention to the visionary leader, Geoffrey Kirenga, CEO of the Agricultural Growth Corridors of Tanzania (AGCOT). Formerly known as SAGCOT, AGCOT’s expanded mission reflects the growing ambitions of Tanzania’s agricultural landscape. In an interview with WazoHuru Media, […]