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Taking a New Look at Africa's Agriculture; Develoepmental Communication

Elias Luvanda: In Iringa, The SAGCOT Initiative Is The Way To Go

SAGCOT has shown innovation and partnership, bridging the gap between the public and private sectors to foster agricultural growth and sustainability. Said Elias Luvanda, in his role as the Acting Iringa Regional Administrative Secretary, took this occasion to elaborate on the successes and the roadmap ahead for the SAGCOT initiative. On the 13th of March, an event illuminated the…

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Opinion: Africa is Soaring to New Heights: The Impact of Air Network Expansion on African Markets & Trade

Mr Barba Gaoganediwe When I reflect on the achievements made so far in Africa’s air transport, I strongly believe that The African Union’s Single African Air Transport Market (SAATM) initiative is a near reality of our time. A flagship project of the African Union Agenda 2063, this initiative aims to create a single unified air transport market in Africa…

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Tanzania Private Sector to Convene for Millennium Challenge Corporation Threshold Program Consultation

Dar es Salaam, Tanzania – The Tanzania Private Sector Foundation (TPSF) has announced a pivotal meeting aimed at aligning the private sector’s interests and insights with the upcoming Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) Threshold Program in Tanzania. This consultative meeting is set to take place on Thursday, March 21st, 2024, at the TPSF Boardroom, from 12:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m….

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Tanzania and the Netherlands Launch Potato Seed Registration Guide to Boost Agriculture and Food Security

Kilimokwanza.org Reporter In a move to bolster the agricultural sector and ensure food security, Tanzania, in partnership with the Dutch Embassy, has unveiled a comprehensive guidebook for the registration of potato seed varieties. The initiative, aimed at enhancing the potato farming landscape, was announced during a ceremony held in Dar es Salaam last week. The Dutch Ambassador to Tanzania,…

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Minister Bashe Lauds Achievements in Agriculture Under President Hassan’s Visionary Leadership

The Ministry of Agriculture in Tanzania has recently unveiled a comprehensive 42-page booklet entitled “Mafanikio ya Kilimo kwa Miaka Mitatu ya Serikali ya Awamu ya Sita” (“Agricultural Successes in the First Three Years of the Sixth Government Phase”). This publication serves as a testament to the country’s strides in the agricultural sector under the stewardship of the current administration….

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Tanzania: Initiative to Combat Food Loss: Tuhifadhi Chakula

Tanzania is confronting one of its most pressing challenges – food loss and waste, with “Tuhifadhi Chakula” (“Let’s Save Food”) initiative which was announced on August 8, 2023. The nation has sets its sights on transforming its agricultural landscape. This ambitious five-year project, backed by a $24 million investment from the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) and…

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Tanzania Launches Groundbreaking National Strategy for Ecological Organic Agriculture 2023-2030″

Tanzania’s Leap Toward Green Growth: The National Ecological Organic Agriculture StrategyIn a significant stride toward sustainable agriculture, Tanzania has unveiled the National Ecological Organic Agriculture Strategy (NEOAS) for 2023-2030, marking a pivotal moment in the nation’s agricultural evolution. Ecological Organic Agriculture has emerged as a cross-cutting, multifunctional tool advancing food security, farm incomes, soil restoration, climate resilience, biodiversity, and…

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ocean’s Bounty or Pandora’s Box? Reassessing the True Cost of Deep-Sea Mining

Kilimokwanza.org Team As the race to meet the growing demand for precious minerals intensifies, the allure of the deep sea’s hidden riches becomes ever more enticing. Minerals such as nickel, cobalt, manganese, and copper, crucial for everything from electric vehicle batteries to renewable energy technologies, lie in abundance on the ocean floor. These resources have sparked a global interest…

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Yara Tanzania Partners with Farm For the Future and Seed Co to Launch a Training Center in SAGCOT Area to Boost Farm Productivity and Empowerment

By Kilimokwanza.org Team In the SAGCOT area of Tanzania, a new chapter in sustainable agriculture and farmer empowerment is being written with the opening of the Yara Training Center in Iringa. This center, a joint venture with Farm For the Future (FFF) and Seed Co., signifies a major step in enhancing the proficiency of local farmers and contributing to…

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The 2024 Meetings Africa Edition Confirms Gauteng Means Business!

 By Barba Gaoganediwe Fostering meaningful connections and collaborations remains the cornerstone of success in our ever-evolving landscape of global business. The recently ended Meetings Africa, which was held at the Sandton Convention Centre, has once again demonstrated, Africa’s readiness as a premier business events destination. Hosting over 380 companies from 21 African countries, Meetings Africa is indeed a true…

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