African Agriculture and Food Systems
By Kilimokwanza.org Team Kenyan Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has called for strategic actions to maximize the benefits for farmers from the currently high US dollar exchange rate. During a notable agricultural event, Gachagua highlighted that since numerous Kenyan agricultural products are priced in US dollars, the advantageous exchange rate should logically lead to increased earnings […]
Reported by Jamal Hashim, Azam News, February 7, 2024 Tanzania is emerging as a key player in apple production within the East African region. This transformative initiative, highlighted in a report by Azam TV’s “Taarifa ya Habari”/News on February 7, 2024, unveils a concerted effort to equip farmers with modern cultivation techniques, promising to revolutionize […]
Kilimokwanza.org Team Apple farming is emerging as a highly promising and profitable agricultural endeavour in Tanzania and Africa. This insight came to light during a Zoom meeting on February 1, 2024, organized by the SAGCOT Centre. The meeting was part of a larger dialogue aimed at exploring agricultural prospects within the Southern Agricultural Growth Corridor […]
DAR ES SALAAM, February 6, 2024 – In an announcement made today, the Minister of Agriculture in Tanzania, Hon. Hussein M Bashe, addressed the ongoing sugar crisis affecting the country. The minister revealed measures being taken to alleviate the shortage and combat price manipulation in the sugar market. Minister Bashe began by acknowledging Tanzanians’ frustration […]
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania – The Board of Directors of the Tanzania Private Sector Foundation (TPSF) has officially announced the appointment of Mr. Raphael Maganga as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective from 1st February 2024. This significant appointment marks a new chapter in TPSF’s journey towards bolstering the private sector’s role in Tanzania’s economic […]
In response to recent media reports concerning its operations, Yara Tanzania Ltd, a subsidiary of Yara International ASA of Norway, has issued a public notice to reassure its customers and partners. The company acknowledges challenges in the Tabora and Mbeya regions but assures that its business operations remain robust across the rest of Tanzania. Yara […]
Kilimokwanza.org In Morogoro, a revolution in agriculture is underway. Clove farming, once a modest part of the region’s diverse agricultural sector, is now set to take center stage. This transformation was marked by a significant event on January 25, 2024, where Dr. Ally Musa Ally, the Regional Administrative Secretary of Morogoro, led a pivotal meeting […]
Kilimokwanza.org President Dr. Samia Suluhu Hassan has reinforced the Tanzanian government’s dedication to enhancing the clove market. During the inauguration of the Karafuu Investment House under the Zanzibar State Trade Cooperation (ZSTC) on the Pemba Islands, President Samia called upon clove farmers to boost their production and uphold quality to meet the robust international demand. […]
Kilimokwanza.org Team Reputation Poll International has unveiled its 2024 ‘100 Most Reputable Africans’ list, celebrating a diverse range of influential figures from the continent. This prestigious list honors individuals from sectors including politics, business, entertainment, and human rights advocacy, recognized for their significant impact, visibility, and integrity. Among these individuals is Dr. Agnes Matilda Kalibata, […]
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 […]