January 8, 2024
by Africa Kilimo
Anthony Muchoki In a groundbreaking announcement, Tanzania’s Minister of Agriculture, Hussein M Bashe, declared a significant achievement for the country’s agricultural sector. Tanzania has emerged as the second-largest producer of tobacco in Africa, signaling a remarkable growth trajectory in the industry. The minister revealed that the tobacco production has surged from 50,000 tons to an […]
January 8, 2024
by Kilimokwanza
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 […]
January 4, 2024
by Charles Mwangi
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 […]
January 4, 2024
by Africa Kilimo
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. […]
January 4, 2024
by Africa Kilimo
Kilimokwanza.org Team U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack has outlined the United States Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) ambitious plans for 2024, focusing on climate-focused practices, economic growth in rural areas, and justice for distressed and discriminated farmers. As the world steps into 2024, the USDA, under Secretary Vilsack’s leadership, renews its commitment to intensify investments […]
January 3, 2024
by Africa Kilimo
Tanzania is a nation blessed with abundant natural resources, diverse landscapes, and a climate ideal for agriculture. Tanzania, often referred to as the “breadbasket of East Africa,” is home to a vibrant agricultural sector that serves as the backbone of its economy, employing over 75% of its workforce. From the fertile Southern Highlands to the […]
December 1, 2023
by Africa Kilimo
Dubai, UAE, December 1st, 2023 – In a compelling address at the 28th Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP28), Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan issued a fervent call to action, challenging developed nations on unfulfilled climate commitments and emphasizing the imperative for responsible climate financing. President Hassan […]
November 3, 2023
by Africa Kilimo
In a significant development for Tanzania’s agricultural sector, the Director of the Tanzania Cereals and Other Produce Regulatory Authority (COPRA), Ms. Irene Madeje Mlola, announced on November 1, 2023, a comprehensive plan to boost efficiency across the entire value chain of cereals and mixed crops. This initiative aims to enhance economic growth and food availability […]
September 18, 2023
by Kilimokwanza
Owning the Future of Agriculture: A Youthful Revolution with BBT-YIA By Lucy Msangi I think BBT-YIA (Building Bridges for Youth in Agriculture) initiative isn’t just another fleeting program; it’s a robust catalyst for change, a hope for young Tanzanians determined to reshape the agricultural landscape. With BBT-YIA, the fertile lands of Tanzania are not just […]
August 11, 2023
by Kilimo Tanzania
Kilimokwanza.org Team The Southern Agricultural Growth Corridor of Tanzania (SAGCOT), initiated as a Public-Private Partnership during the World Economic Forum Africa Summit in Dar es Salaam in 2010, is ambitiously aiming to significantly boost soybean production. By 2025, SAGCOT is targeting an output exceeding 50,000 tonnes of soybeans, a substantial increase from the current production […]