African Agriculture and Food Systems
By Brenda Ngatara, SAGCOT Centre Mbeya, Tanzania—On December 5 and 6, 2024, AGRA Tanzania, in collaboration with the Southern Agricultural Growth Corridor of Tanzania (SAGCOT) and other partners, hosted a two-day workshop in Mbeya to officially launch the Youth Entrepreneurship for the Future of Food and Agriculture (YEFFA) project. This transformative initiative, led by AGRA […]
Dodoma, Tanzania, December 5, 2024 This morning, the Best Western Dodoma City Hotel is hosting a high-level workshop to chart the future of Tanzania’s Warehouse Receipts System (WRS). The event, spearheaded by the International Finance Corporation (IFC), in partnership with the Warehouse Receipts Regulatory Board (WRRB) and Southern Agricultural Growth Corridor of Tanzania (SAGCOT Centre […]
The Southern Agricultural Growth Corridor of Tanzania, which the SAGCOT Centre drives, is a public-private partnership (PPP) that has become a driving force in Tanzania’s agricultural development. Conceived as a part of Klimimo Kwanza policy and launched in 2010 at the World Economic Forum in Dar es Salaam, SAGCOT has fostered inclusive growth, promoted sustainable […]
By Kilimokwanza.org Reporter In a candid and inspiring address, Geoffrey Kirenga, the CEO of the SAGCOT Centre, shared the remarkable journey of the Southern Agricultural Growth Corridor of Tanzania (SAGCOT), a transformative initiative rooted in government and private sector collaboration. SAGCOT has become a showcase of the power of prioritization, partnerships, and persistence in agricultural […]
Exploring the Transformation of Tanzanian Agriculture Through Digital Innovation: A Critical Dialogue Kilimokwanza.org Correspondent On September 3, 2023, a delegation from AGRA visited Tanzania’s Southern Highlands, igniting crucial conversations about the role of digital technology in transforming agriculture and food systems. The visit underscored the urgency of leveraging innovative tools to address challenges across value […]
By Juma Msafiri In the realm of global agriculture, aromatic rice occupies a unique niche. Loved for its enchanting fragrance and premium quality, aromatic rice commands a high market value and symbolizes culinary excellence across cultures. A groundbreaking study published in Urban Agriculture & Regional Food Systems by Cyprien Ndikuryayo and colleagues has unlocked new insights […]
The Food Systems, Land Use, and Restoration (FOLUR) Impact Program is a $345 million, seven-year initiative funded by the Global Environment Facility (GEF) and led by the World Bank. Morogoro, Tanzania, November 30, 2024 – The Ministry of Natural Resources and Tourism, in partnership with the SAGCOT Centre and other key stakeholders, convened a pivotal […]
The Tanzanian government has released a comprehensive forecast for the 2024/2025 rainy season through the Ministry of Agriculture and the Tanzania Meteorological Authority (TMA), signalling both opportunities and challenges for the agricultural sector. This forecast, issued by the Department of Crop Marketing and Food Security Coordination, offers insights on rainfall patterns, expected impacts on farming, […]
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania’s agricultural sector, the backbone of its economy, has seen unprecedented progress over the past four years, driven by strategic investments, innovative policies, and inclusive growth programs. Under the leadership of the Ministry of Agriculture, these developments are paving the way for food security, economic prosperity, and youth empowerment while positioning the […]
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania – November 22, 2024 To support Tanzania’s financial inclusion agenda, the Tanzania Association of Microfinance Institutions (TAMFI) and Wakandi Tanzania signed a commercial contract today at the Norwegian Embassy Residence in Dar es Salaam. This strategic partnership, culminating in extensive planning, aims to empower Tanzania’s microfinance institutions (MFIs) with advanced technology […]