Kilimo Kwanza

Commentary: Mbalali Rice Farmers Secure Reliable Market in the UK — A Transformative Milestone for Tanzania’s Agricultural Export Strategy

Special Commentary on Agricultural Transformation in Tanzania In a groundbreaking development for Tanzania’s agricultural sector, small-scale rice farmers from Rujewa Ward in Mbalali District, Mbeya Region, have secured a sustainable and reliable market for their rice in the United Kingdom. This achievement reflects a paradigm shift in Tanzania’s approach to agricultural commercialization—moving from pilot initiatives […]

Kenya’s Mango Paradox: Growing the Fruit but Importing the Juice

Amb – Prof Bitange Ndemo  Kenya’s Ambassador to Belgium & EU | Professor of Entrepreneurship | Technocrat | Columnist May 10, 2025 Kenya, a country renowned for its abundant mango production, paradoxically remains a net importer of mango juice from countries such as Egypt, South Africa, and Saudi Arabia. This surprising disconnect highlights a fundamental […]

Corridor-Based Development in Tanzania and Africa: An Expert Analysis of Economic, Infrastructure, Agricultural, and Wildlife Initiatives

Sasini Plc Reports Mixed Performance for H1 2025 Amid Industry Challenges

Nairobi, Kenya – May 7, 2025 – Listed agribusiness firm Sasini Plc has released its unaudited financial results for the six-month period ended March 31, 2025, revealing a complex blend of operational challenges, strategic investment adjustments, and a cautious outlook for the remainder of the year. 📉 Revenue Declines Despite Strategic Investment Gains Sasini’s group […]

Geoffrey Kirenga: Agriculture Is Africa’s Fastest Route to Shared Prosperity

In a world where economic disparities continue widening, agriculture is a powerful force for uplifting the most vulnerable communities. Geoffrey Kirenga, CEO of the Agricultural Growth Corridors of Tanzania (AGCOT) Centre, recently issued a compelling message on X (formerly Twitter):“40% of the world depends on farming for income. Growth in agriculture lifts the poorest 2–4x […]

KENYA TURNS TO TANZANIA AS MAIZE SHORTAGE DRIVES UNGA PRICES TO 14-MONTH HIGH

By JUMA MSAFIRINAIROBI/DODOMA Cross-border demand surges amid millers’ scramble for grain and government efforts to ease price pressure Tanzania has become Kenya’s unexpected saviour in the wake of soaring maize flour prices, as Kenyan millers intensify cross-border sourcing in response to thinning local grain stocks. With fortified maize flour prices hitting a 14-month high in […]

Tanzania and Malawi Strengthen Trade Ties Through High-Level Ministerial Talks in Dodoma

Dodoma, Tanzania – May 2, 2025 — In a significant step toward resolving trade tensions and boosting economic cooperation, the governments of Tanzania and Malawi convened a high-level Joint Ministerial Meeting in Dodoma, Tanzania, to address bilateral trade challenges and chart a path for deeper regional integration. The meeting, held on May 2, 2025, was […]

Kenya’s Macadamia and Avocado Sectors Grapple with Policy Shifts Amidst Global Market Pressures

Kenya’s macadamia and avocado industries, once celebrated for their robust contributions to the nation’s economy, are currently navigating turbulent waters due to recent government policy changes and evolving global market dynamics. These developments have sparked widespread concern among farmers, exporters, and industry stakeholders, who fear the long-term implications for their livelihoods and Kenya’s standing in […]