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#TZ2024/5 Agriculture Budget: Navigating the Terrain, Challenges and Opportunities in Tanzanian Agriculture

May 3, 2024
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Kilimokwanza.org Team Agriculture remains a cornerstone of Tanzania’s economy, contributing significantly to GDP and employing a large portion of the workforce. However, the sector faces multifaceted challenges that could hinder its growth and productivity. Hon. Hussein Mohamed Bashe, Tanzania’s Minister of Agriculture, has addressed these issues in his recent budget speech, while also pointing out potential opportunities for growth…

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TZ 2024/5 Agriculture Budget: Technology and Innovation, Leap into Modern Farming

May 3, 2024
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By Kilimokwanza.org Team In a move to modernize its agriculture, Tanzania is embracing technological advancements and mechanization. Highlighted in the recent budget speech by Hon. Hussein Mohamed Bashe, the Minister of Agriculture, the government’s strategic plan to introduce advanced agricultural technologies and establish mechanization centers across the country marks a transformative era for Tanzanian agriculture. During his budget address…

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Impact of International Partnerships: Strengthening Tanzania’s Agricultural Sector through Global Collaboration

May 3, 2024
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Kilimokwanza.org Team In Tanzania, agriculture is not just a means of sustenance but a pivotal sector for economic growth and poverty reduction. Recognizing the sector’s potential, the Tanzanian government has actively engaged international organizations such as the World Bank, International Monetary Fund (IMF), and European Union (EU) to bolster its agricultural sector. These partnerships are central to the strategic…

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Hon Hussein Bashe: “I urge our development partners to prepare to sign the compact, aligning their support with our strategic focus areas”

May 3, 2024
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Kilimokwanza.org Reporter Tanzania is setting a new paradigm in agricultural investment, earmarking a significant portion of its resources to transform its agricultural landscape. The budget speech (02/05/2024) by Hon. Hussein Mohamed Bashe, Tanzania’s Minister of Agriculture, outlines a strategic allocation of investments that underscores the government’s commitment to enhancing agricultural productivity and sustainability. In his 2024/2025 budget presentation, Minister…

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BBT Program Beneficiary Opens Second Farm

April 27, 2024
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Raha Aloyce, a beneficiary of the BBT Program, which empowers youth in agriculture and is funded by the Agricultural Input Trust Fund (AGTF), has opened another seedling farm in Kilindi District, Kikunde Village, Tanga region. Ms. Aloyce is among over 120 youths who have benefited from the BBT Program. She started by opening her first farm in Dumila, Morogoro…

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Norway’s Commitment to Boosting Tanzanian Agriculture: A Partnership for Modernization and Market Access

April 26, 2024
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Kilimokwanza.org Reporter In a meeting held on April 22, 2024, with Hon Adam Malima, the Regional Commissioner of Morogoro, Norwegian Ambassador to Tanzania, Tone Tinnes reaffirmed Norway’s unwavering commitment to supporting Tanzania’s agricultural sector. This collaboration aims to empower local farmers by providing them access to modern technologies and broader markets, thereby enhancing their productivity and economic stability. A…

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NCBA Launches Revolutionary Banking App to Boost Financial Inclusion in East Africa

April 26, 2024
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Dar es Salaam, April 2024 – The NCBA Group has taken a significant leap forward in digital banking by launching its innovative omnichannel application, NCBA Now, in Tanzania. This strategic move is designed to deepen financial inclusion and transform the banking experience across the East African region. NCBA Now is an app and a comprehensive banking platform that extends…

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Tanzania’s Firm Rebuttal to Accusations of Involvement in Fertilizer Scandal

April 26, 2024
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Kilimokwanza.org Reporter In a striking development, prominent lawyer Ahmednasir Abdullahi, known for his influential legal roles in Kenya, has ignited a significant controversy with a tweet accusing parties of importing substandard fertilizer from Tanzania. According to Abdullahi, this fertilizer, allegedly mixed from goat manure, sand, and stones, bypassed proper channels and quality checks, posing serious questions about agricultural integrity…

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Tanzania: The Promise of the National Lime Application Guidelines

April 25, 2024
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By Brenda Ngatara In Tanzania, agriculture forms the backbone of the economy, supporting the livelihoods of most of the population. However, soil acidity has long plagued productivity. The draft National Lime Application Guidelines, developed in early 2021 and refined through several revisions, represent a strategic intervention to mitigate this challenge. Though pending endorsement, these guidelines suggest a transformative future…

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Tanzania Tea Board Explores Investment Opportunities During President’s Visit to Turkey

April 24, 2024
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Kilimokwanza.org reporter To bolster economic ties between Tanzania and Turkey, the Tanzania Tea Board actively engaged in discussions with the President of the United Republic of Tanzania, Hon. Dr Samia Suluhu Hasan, who visited Turkey on April 19, 2024. The primary focus of this diplomatic mission was to foster business cooperation, particularly in sectors like tea production, where Turkish…

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