Dar es Salaam, Tanzania – In a groundbreaking move, President Samia Suluhu Hassan has delineated a comprehensive vision aimed at revamping Tanzania’s agricultural marketing framework, at the AGRF SUMMIT. With the agriculture sector being a linchpin of Tanzania’s economy and a primary source of livelihood for a vast majority of its citizens, the importance of this initiative cannot be…
DAR ES SALAAM, Sept. 7, 2023 – Speaking at the ongoing Africa Food Systems 2023 Summit in Dar es Salaam today, President Samia Suluhu Hassan of Tanzania outlined measures the government has taken to link farmers with both domestic and international markets. Addressing the challenges farmers face in accessing markets, President Hassan noted, “It’s true that there are challenges…
Dar es Salaam – Sunlit skies, animated chatter, a tapestry of over 3000 delegates from more than 70 countries, and at the center of this vibrant collage, stood Heifer International. At the Africa Food Systems Forum (AGRF) 2023, amidst an array of discussions and panels, one voice echoed with undeniable clarity: the voice of youth-powered innovation. Amidst the tents…
Kilimokwanza.org In Africa, the narrative surrounding food systems is one of contrast – of persistent challenges and of boundless potential. A comprehensive report -The Africa Agriculture Status Report AASR, released in Dar es Sallam at the AGRF Summit elucidates the state of Africa’s food and agricultural environment, offering an insightful panorama of its current dynamics and future prospects. For…
Amidst the bustling streets and historical sites of Dar es Salaam, Tanzania’s economic capital, there is a palpable excitement in the air. Over 4,000 attendees have descended upon this thriving city for the 13th annual Africa Food Systems Forum from local farmers to international delegates. Under the radiant leadership of President H.E Samia Suluhu Hassan, Dar es Salaam is…
Southern Highlands, Tanzania – The modern world finds itself at a critical juncture, with the emphasis on sustainable economic growth stronger than ever before. Within this complex web, the concept of business ecosystems emerges as a lighthouse guiding the path to prosperity. Dr. Agnes Kalibata, the dynamic AGRA President, spotlighted this notion during her explorative visit to Tanzania’s Southern…
By Charles.muchoki@gmail.com In a groundbreaking move to propel Rwanda’s agricultural sector, the Rwanda Agriculture & Animal Resources Development Board (RAB) has embarked on a strategic collaboration with the Pan-Africa Bean Research Alliance. This collaborative effort addresses a pivotal component of Rwanda’s food security – the production of bean seeds. The joint initiative culminated in a one-day meeting that brought…
By Anthony Muchoki In the lush fields of Tanzania, an unyielding passion for improving agricultural practices has blossomed. Chacha Wetanga, CEO and founder of Meru Agro, discusses the growth, challenges, and aspirations for improved seed production. From humble beginnings in 2005, Meru Agro-Tours & Consultants Co. Ltd (MATC) started as a vision in the heart of Wetanga, and it…
By Anthony Muchoki Nairobi, August 23, 2023 — As Tanzania prepares to host a monumental gathering focusing on food systems, Hussein M Bashe, has amplified the conversation around modernizing the continent’s agricultural practices. Tanzania’s Minister of Agriculture’s clarion call, emphasizing the imperative of aligning traditional African agricultural methods with contemporary global trends, became a focal point on social media…
By Kilimokwanza.org In the vast plains of Tanzania, a quiet revolution is brewing. The call to modernize, enhance, and fortify the nation’s agricultural backbone is growing louder. And taking the lead in this movement is an unexpected player – Dodoma Cement. Historically, Tanzania’s agricultural sector relied heavily on traditional practices – rain-dependent farming, use of hand hoes, and minimal…