August 12, 2024
by Africa Kilimo
August 2024, Kidatu-Ifakara, Tanzania – In a significant leap towards agricultural transformation, President Dr. Samia Suluhu Hassan inaugurated the Kidatu-Ifakara Road and Ruaha Bridge on August 4, 2024. This strategic development marks a major advancement in Tanzania’s Southern Agricultural Growth Corridor (SAGCOT) initiative, now poised to expand its impact nationwide under the new designation as […]
August 4, 2024
by Kilimokwanza
Kilosa, Morogoro – August 3, 2024—On the eve of the Nane Nane Agricultural Exhibitions, President Samia Suluhu Hassan addressed the people of Kilosa in Morogoro after officially opening the newly constructed Kilosa-Rudewa tarmac road, which spans 24 kilometers. This infrastructure project is part of the government’s ongoing efforts to enhance transportation networks across Tanzania, facilitating […]
August 1, 2024
by Kilimokwanza
By Anthony John Tanzania’s agricultural sector has achieved a major triumph, raking in a staggering $2.32 billion from the export of 1.57 million tons of fruits and legumes. Prime Minister Kassim Majaliwa unveiled this remarkable feat during the grand opening of the 2024 Agriculture, Livestock, and Fisheries Exhibition and Nane Nane celebrations in Dodoma. New […]
August 1, 2024
by Kilimokwanza
Dodoma, Tanzania— The annual Nane Nane Agricultural Expo 2024, set to take place in Dodoma, will feature the Avocado Pavilion, a special highlight organized by AFRIFARM in collaboration with the SAGCOT Centre. The event poster spotlights Her Excellency Dr. Samia Suluhu Hassan, President of the United Republic of Tanzania, and Hon. Hussein Bashe, Minister of […]
July 31, 2024
by Kilimokwanza
Enhancing Tanzania’s Agricultural Sector Through the Agricultural Trade Management Information System (ATMIS) Tanzania is revolutionizing its agricultural sector with the Agricultural Trade Management Information System (ATMIS), a comprehensive digital platform that streamlines agricultural trade processes. Accessible at https://atmis.kilimo.go.tz, ATMIS simplifies the application and issuance of export and import permits, enhancing transparency and regulatory compliance within […]
July 31, 2024
by Africa Kilimo
DODOMA, Tanzania – In anticipation of the 31st Nane Nane International Agricultural Exhibition, SAGCOT Centre CEO Geoffrey Kirenga commemorated Tanzania’s agricultural advancements on July 31, 2024. He highlighted SAGCOT’s pivotal role in transforming the sector and outlined ambitious plans to extend its successful model to new agricultural corridors nationwide. The exhibition, which will open on […]
July 30, 2024
by Africa Kilimo
Arusha, Tanzania – The Tanzania Forestry Research Institute (TAFORI), under the Ministry of Natural Resources and Tourism, is set to host the 3rd TAFORI Scientific Conference from December 11th to 13th, 2024, at the Arusha International Conference Centre (AICC). This year’s conference theme, “Restoring Forest Landscapes for Sustainable Development and Climate Change Mitigation,” underscores the […]
July 29, 2024
by Kilimokwanza
By Davis Muthuni The policy and legislative environment is a key driver of agricultural transformation. Policy and regulatory regimes “define the rules of the game”. They regulate the roles and behaviour of players in the sector, determine resource allocation, and assign incentives and disincentives accordingly. Policies shape the business environment by influencing costs, risks, and […]
July 29, 2024
by Kilimokwanza
Dodoma, Tanzania – In a visionary effort to bolster its agricultural sector, Tanzania has launched a comprehensive initiative to engage various stakeholders, including financial institutions, private sector partners, and international donors. This initiative aims to improve market access, increase financial support for farmers, and foster collaboration across the agricultural value chain. By working together, the […]
July 25, 2024
by Kilimokwanza
Kilimokwanza.org Team Experts in policy and research have highlighted the need for transformative agricultural policies in Tanzania. These policies should not stand alone but be integrated with other sectors to achieve significant agricultural changes, such as moving away from subsistence farming. These discussions emerged from a symposium on Tanzanian and Chinese experiences and cooperation in […]