The Poultry Futures Forum 2024 in Dar es Salaam focused on empowering youth and promoting gender inclusion as pivotal to the future of the poultry industry in Southern Africa. Young farmers from Tanzania and Malawi shared their inspiring stories, showcasing how technology, innovation, and resilience can drive change in the sector. Their experiences emphasized the need for investment and…
By Juma Msafiri As Africa continues to seek innovative solutions for food security and economic growth, all eyes turn to the Poultry Futures Forum, a pivotal event scheduled for October 16-17, 2024, in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. Hosted by the Poultry Association of Tanzania in collaboration with the Food Action Alliance, AGRA, and SAGCOT, among others, this forum promises to bring together…
As Africa continues to explore solutions for food security and economic growth, the Poultry Futures Forum, set to take place on October 16-17, 2024, in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, emerges as a pivotal event for the continent’s poultry industry. Hosted by the Poultry Association of Tanzania in collaboration with Food Action Alliance, the forum brings together key players in…
The Inclusive Green Growth (IGG) tools are practical guides developed under the Southern Agricultural Growth Corridor of Tanzania (SAGCOT) initiative to help small, medium, and large-scale agricultural producers and processors adopt sustainable practices. These tools help businesses improve their operations, ensure compliance with national and international regulations, and promote environmental and social sustainability. This guide provides a clear, step-by-step…
Small-scale processors are the backbone of Tanzania’s agro-industrial landscape, which is crucial in adding value to agricultural produce and providing employment opportunities in rural areas. However, their capacity to thrive and contribute effectively to the economy has often been hindered by limited resources, insufficient technological adoption, and lack of access to sustainable markets. To address these challenges, the Southern…
Special Correspodent The Inclusive Green Growth (IGG) Guiding Tool for Small-Scale Producers is a landmark achievement in Tanzania’s agricultural development, offering smallholder farmers a pathway to sustainable, resilient, and inclusive growth. Developed under the Southern Agricultural Growth Corridor of Tanzania (SAGCOT) initiative, this tool is tailored to meet the specific needs of small-scale agricultural producers, providing them with a…
Special Correspondent Across Africa, agriculture remains the backbone of many economies, employing most of the population and serving as a key driver of economic development. Yet, food security remains elusive, and the continent spends billions annually on importing basic foodstuffs, including high-protein crops like soybeans. Finding a crop that can meet local nutritional needs and drive economic growth has…
DAR ES SALAAM – The Tanzania Association of Microfinance Institutions (TAMFI) held a special advocacy meeting with various stakeholders in Dar es Salaam on October 4, 2024. The meeting, which took place at the Seashells Millennium Hotel in Makumbusho, aimed to discuss the overall development of the microfinance sector and assess its contribution to the national economy. It also…
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania: The recently published “Baseline Report of the Tanzanian Soybean Sub-Sector,” conducted under the Tanzania Sustainable Soybean Initiative (TSSI)—a program under the Southern Agricultural Growth Corridor of Tanzania (SAGCOT) and its partners—offers an in-depth analysis of the current state of the soybean sub-sector in Tanzania. With a clear focus on identifying challenges, opportunities, and areas for…
The Baseline Report of the Tanzanian Soybean Sub-Sector(2023) offers an extensive analysis of soybean production in Tanzania. This report serves as a crucial resource for driving the transformation of the soybean sub-sector, focusing on increasing productivity, strengthening value chains, and improving market linkages to foster sustainable agricultural growth. Key Insights from the Report: 1. Current State of Soybean Production…