Kilimo Kwanza
African Agriculture and Food Systems
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 […]
Kilolo Trade and Investment Expo 2025 to Spotlight Agricultural Transformation
Kilolo, Iringa – May 6, 2025 Preparations are in full swing for the Kilolo Trade and Investment Expo 2025, a landmark event set to take place from 21st to 25th May 2025 at the FDC Ilula Grounds in Kilolo, Iringa Region. With just 16 days to go, the countdown has begun for what is expected […]
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 […]
Transforming Africa’s Food System Hinges on Cultivating Leadership at all Levels
BY AGRA President Alice Ruhweza & Joost Guijt-Director, Africa Food Fellowship The Kampala Declaration milestone for Africa’s food systems How Africa’s food systems advance is a choice that is coming into focus with the launch of the African Union’s Strategy and Plan of Action for the Comprehensive Africa Agriculture Development Programme (CAADP) in Johannesburg (5-7th […]
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 […]
10th Agritec Africa Exhibition to Showcase Agricultural Innovations in Nairobi
Nairobi, Kenya – May 2, 2025 – The 10th Agritec Africa Exhibition and Conference on Agriculture Technologies is set to take place from June 11-13, 2025, at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC) in Nairobi. This premier event will bring together 175 companies from 25 countries to showcase cutting-edge innovations in farming, dairy, livestock, poultry, […]
Kenya Introduces New Soya Bean Varieties to Boost Food Security
Nairobi, Kenya – May 2, 2025 – The Kenya Agricultural and Livestock Research Organisation (KALRO) has launched seven new soya bean varieties to strengthen food security and promote agricultural resilience during the rainy season. This initiative, aimed at enhancing crop diversification, is set to empower farmers and address the challenges posed by climate variability and […]