African Agriculture and Food Systems
Kilimokwanza.org Editorial According to the Avocado Strategic Partnership, SAGCOT Brief 08/2024-1, Tanzania’s avocado industry is experiencing rapid growth, positioning the country as a major player in the global avocado market. The increasing demand for avocados, particularly the popular Hass and Fuertes varieties, presents a significant opportunity for Tanzania to increase its foreign exchange earnings and […]
Dodoma, August 4, 2024 – Today marks an exciting day at the Nane Nane agricultural exhibition in Dodoma as stakeholders from across Tanzania gather to celebrate Avocado Day. Organized by Afrifarm and SAGCOT Centre, this event brings together industry leaders, smallholder farmers, and avocado enthusiasts to highlight the significant strides and opportunities within Tanzania’s avocado […]
On August 3, 2024, at the Youth and Women’s Conference during the Nane Nane Exhibition, Tulalumba Mloge (Tula), the executive assistant to the SAGCOT CEO, highlighted the organization’s significant contributions to the development of agriculture in Tanzania. SAGCOT, a public-private partnership, has been at the forefront of advancing agriculture in the southern highlands and now […]
By Elizabeth Shumbusho Feed the Future, an innovative initiative by the U.S. Government is at the forefront of the global fight against hunger and poverty. Born out of the 2007-2008 food crisis, it represents a long-term commitment to sustainable solutions that address immediate food needs and drive economic growth and resilience. Mission and Goals: A […]
Dodoma, August 3, 2024 – Geoffrey Kirenga, the CEO of the Southern Agricultural Growth Corridor of Tanzania (SAGCOT Centre), concluded the Youth and Women Congress at the Nane Nane Agricultural Exhibition in Dodoma with a call to action for young people and women involved in agriculture. In his speech, Kirenga recognized the substantial contributions of […]
Dodoma, July 26, 2024 – Tanzania launched the National Cooperative Bank (NCB) in a historic move, marking a pivotal moment for the nation’s cooperative movement and agricultural sector. The inauguration ceremony, which also marked the final shareholders’ meeting of the Kilimanjaro Cooperative Bank (KCBL), solidified the transformation of KCBL and the Tandahimba Cooperative Bank into […]
📌 The Ministry of Livestock and Research Institutions Must Ensure the Availability of Livestock Seeds and Feed 📌 The Government Will Continue to Facilitate the Availability of Fertilizer 📌 Food Production in the Southern Highlands Reaches 15% in 2023/2024 📌 Farmers Encouraged to Use Extension Officers The Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Energy, Hon. […]
Nestled amidst the picturesque Uluguru Mountains, Morogoro, Tanzania, is a testament to the nation’s agricultural prowess. Renowned for its diverse cultivation of spices, rice, and sugar cane, the town proudly welcomes visitors with a vibrant sign proclaiming “Mama Karibu Sana Morogoro: A Home for Spices Aroma Hub, Rice, and Sugar Cane.” This warm greeting sets […]
The African Development Bank’s 2024 Country Focus Report for Tanzania provides an overview of the country’s economic landscape, emphasizing the need for structural transformation to sustain growth and reduce poverty. The report underscores that while Tanzania has experienced economic resilience and growth, its transformation has been slow, particularly in shifting from low-productivity sectors like agriculture […]
Dodoma, Tanzania— The annual Nane Nane Agricultural Expo 2024, set to take place in Dodoma, will feature the Avocado Pavilion, a special highlight organized by AFRIFARM in collaboration with the SAGCOT Centre. The event poster spotlights Her Excellency Dr. Samia Suluhu Hassan, President of the United Republic of Tanzania, and Hon. Hussein Bashe, Minister of […]