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USADF Announces Major Grant Opportunity for African Agricultural Innovators

May 4, 2024
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Kilimokwanza.org The United States African Development Foundation (USADF) has launched a new call for proposals targeting agricultural cooperatives, producers, and enterprises across ten African countries. This initiative offers a promising opportunity for organizations in Burundi, Cote d’Ivoire, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Liberia, Mauritania, Nigeria, Senegal, Tanzania, Uganda, and Zambia to secure grant funding up to $250,000. The…

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From Morogoro to Tanga: Raha Farm’s Expansion— Youth Empowerment in Tanzanian Agriculture

May 2, 2024
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By Kilimokwanza.org Team In the heart of Tanzania, a transformative story is unfolding, heralding a shift towards sustainable agricultural practices and underscoring a potent narrative of youth empowerment. This story centres around Raha Aloyce and her ambitious agricultural venture, Raha Farm, which recently expanded from its roots in Morogoro to a new location in the Kilindi District of Tanga….

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Africa’s Food Future: Scaling Up Proven Solutions.  

May 1, 2024
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By Dr Agnes Kalibata and Dr Ibrahim Mayaki As former UN and current African Union Food Systems Envoys, we have firsthand experience of the complex challenges confronting Africa’s food systems. Despite the continent’s abundant natural resources, it continues to struggle with food insecurity and malnutrition. The combined impacts of climatic shocks, COVID-19, and civil unrest are further exacerbating these…

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Tanzania: The Promise of the National Lime Application Guidelines

April 25, 2024
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| Features, News, SAGCOT/AGCOT, Tanzania

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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Agriculture in Tanzania: Addressing Soil Acidity through Education and Innovation

April 24, 2024
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By Brenda Ngatara To promote sustainable agriculture in Tanzania, the Southern Agricultural Growth Corridor of Tanzania (SAGCOT) Centre and the Tanzania Agricultural Research Institute (TARI) launched a series of educational workshops in April targeting the persistent issue of soil acidity. These workshops took place in the Geita and Songwe regions, spanning from April 16th to 24th, 2024, and focused…

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Tanzanian Agricultural Sector Reaches New Heights Under President Samia Suluhu Hassan’s Tenure

April 15, 2024
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| Features, Tanzania

According to recent statistics released by the Presidential Communication Directorate, Tanzania’s agricultural sector has witnessed significant growth and success under President Samia Suluhu Hassan’s leadership. The budget for agriculture has soared to 970.8 billion Tanzanian shillings for the fiscal year 2023/2024, marking a substantial increase from the previous year’s budget of 294 billion shillings. The figures were released in…

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Tanzania Pioneers Seed Conservation in Africa with Launch of Advanced Gene Bank

April 11, 2024
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| Features, SAGCOT/AGCOT, Tanzania

By Safari Juma Arusha, Tanzania, has become the focal point for agricultural innovation and biodiversity preservation in Africa, following the landmark inauguration of the continent’s most advanced seed conservation facility, the Africa Vegetable Gene Bank, on March 19, 2024. This groundbreaking development signifies Tanzania’s ascendancy as the cornerstone of Africa’s agricultural resilience and environmental sustainability. The Visionary Leap: Establishing…

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Former Tanzanian President Kikwete Stresses Role of Homegrown Innovations in African Agriculture

April 7, 2024
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Former Tanzanian President Jakaya Mrisho Kikwete, currently serving as an AGRA Board Member and Chairman of the Africa Food Prize Secretariat, envisions a continent where hunger is eradicated, fertile fields thrive with life, and farmers are empowered to succeed. In his op-ed, he states, “One cannot understate the significance of agriculture in Africa. It is the backbone of our…

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Tanzania’s Dairy Revolution: A Catalyst for Nutrition, Education, and Economic Progress

April 1, 2024
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| Features, Tanzania

By Kilimokwanza.org Team The Ministry of Livestock and Fisheries reports a significant uptick in milk production, from 2.2 billion liters in the 2020/21 budget to over 3.6 billion liters in the 2022/23 fiscal year. This surge reflects the transformative momentum propelling Tanzania’s dairy industry toward newfound heights. In the vast expanses of Tanzania, a profound transformation is unfolding—a transformation…

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Tanzania’s Economic Growth Amidst Climate Challenges: A Resilient Path Forward

March 30, 2024
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| Features, Kenya

By Anthony John Tanzania’s journey towards economic resilience and growth amidst the adversities posed by climate change is a testament to its strategic planning and adaptability. Despite facing prolonged droughts and floods that have adversely affected the agricultural sector, Tanzania has managed to sustain its economic momentum, showcasing a significant rise in its real GDP growth rate from 4.6…

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