African Agriculture and Food Systems
The Kilimo Roundtable Africa, a platform promoting collaboration, innovation, and growth in the agricultural sector, has encouraged Tanzanians to seize the diverse opportunities emerging in agriculture both domestically and internationally. In a statement released today, July 16, 2024, in Dar es Salaam, Kilimo Roundtable CEO Rhoda Mwita affirmed the platform’s commitment to fostering a sustainable […]
By Beda Msimbe Tanzania has made significant strides toward a more robust, sustainable food system, underscored at the Tanzania Food Systems Partner Dialogue and Workshop held in Dar es Salaam on July 11, 2024. This gathering of diverse stakeholders—government officials, private sector representatives, farmer organisations, and development partners—focused on identifying key priorities and investment opportunities […]
On July 14, 2024, the President of the United Republic of Tanzania, Dr. Samia Suluhu Hassan, officially inaugurated state-of-the-art silos, grain storage facilities, and launched the 2024/2025 grain purchasing season in Katavi Region. During her address at the inauguration ceremony, President Samia highlighted that establishing these modern storage facilities underscores the urgent need to transform […]
By Linnet Muchoki The recent Tanzania Food Systems Partners Dialogue convened diverse national and international stakeholders to address crucial issues in sustainable agricultural development and food security. Chaired by His Excellency Hailemariam Dessalegn, the event featured prominent personalities, including Dr. David Nabarro, IFAD Regional Director, Honorable Ministers, Ambassadors, and representatives from academia, media, and development […]
Katavi, July 13, 2024 – In a commendable address today, the President of the United Republic of Tanzania, Her Excellency Dr Samia Suluhu Hassan, praised farmers nationwide for their extraordinary efforts in boosting food production. This achievement has positioned Tanzania to attain a food self-sufficiency level exceeding 120%. President Dr. Samia extended her congratulations while addressing […]
Tanzania’s agricultural sector, the backbone of the nation’s economy, is set for a significant transformation with the launch of the Agenda 10/30 Roadmap during AGRA-supported Tanzania Food Systems Partner Dialogue and Workshop. This strategic initiative, introduced by the Ministry of Agriculture, aims to propel the crop sub-sector GDP growth rate to an ambitious 10% by […]
Kilosa, Morogoro Region—To boost local agriculture within the SAGCOT corridor, external sugarcane farmers in Mbigiri have commenced supplying sugarcane to the Mkulazi Sugar Factory in Kilosa. This week marked the first successful harvest and delivery of sugarcane from these farmers to the factory. By Thursday, July 11th, 2024, 300 tons of fresh sugarcane had been […]
DAR ES SALAAM, Tanzania—At a key meeting held on July 11th, 2024, in Dar es Salaam, the Minister of Agriculture, Hon. Hussein Bashe (MP), emphasized the importance of youth involvement in driving the growth of Tanzania’s agricultural sector. The meeting, held at the Serena Hotel, was attended by various leaders, including former Ethiopian Prime Minister, […]
Kilimokwanza.org Team According to a report by Gatsby Africa, the soybean value chain in East Africa holds immense potential for economic growth and agricultural resilience. Despite natural solid growing conditions, regional production remains low, with Uganda dominating at 90% of East Africa’s soybean production. However, the region is still heavily dependent on imports, with Kenya, […]
Iringa, Tanzania – The Southern Agricultural Growth Corridor of Tanzania (SAGCOT) has been at the forefront of revolutionizing tomato farming through its Tomato Value Chain Strategic Partnership. Launched in May 2015 in the Ihemi Cluster, this initiative aims to improve the livelihoods of smallholder farmers by addressing key challenges in tomato production and creating a […]