African Agriculture and Food Systems
Kilimokwanza.org In Morogoro, a revolution in agriculture is underway. Clove farming, once a modest part of the region’s diverse agricultural sector, is now set to take center stage. This transformation was marked by a significant event on January 25, 2024, where Dr. Ally Musa Ally, the Regional Administrative Secretary of Morogoro, led a pivotal meeting […]
Kilimokwanza.org Team At the recent World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting in Davos, Switzerland, Tanzanian Vice-President Dr. Philip Mpango hailed the successes of the Southern Agricultural Growth Corridor of Tanzania (SAGCOT) in revolutionizing the country’s agricultural sector. Speaking on the sidelines of the event, Dr. Mpango emphasized the importance of expanding and enhancing agricultural infrastructure […]
Kilimokwanza.org Team Tanzania’s tea sector, through the Dar es Salaam Tea Auctions, has begun to carve out a significant niche in the global tea market. Despite initial fluctuations, with the second auction doubling the average price per kg from the first, and the third seeing a decrease in sales volume while maintaining price stability, there […]
Kilimokwanza.org team The Southern Agricultural Growth Corridor of Tanzania (SAGCOT) is spearheading a transformative initiative that promises to revolutionize the Tanzanian livestock sector by dramatically reducing animal feed costs. This ambitious endeavour, conducted in partnership with the Tanzanian government, the Netherlands Embassy, and various other stakeholders, aims to enhance the efficiency and sustainability of livestock […]
Nairobi- Hon. Jonathan Mueke, CBS, recently officiated Kenchic’s adoption of a solar power system at their processing plant in Kilimambogo, Thika. This significant move not only underlines Kenchic’s commitment to environmental stewardship but also marks a strategic step in reducing production costs. The adoption of solar energy is in line with Kenya’s Bottom Up Economic […]
Dar es Salaam: As we delve deeper into the transformative journey of Tanzania’s agricultural sector, we turn our attention to the visionary leader, Geoffrey Kirenga, CEO of the Agricultural Growth Corridors of Tanzania (AGCOT). Formerly known as SAGCOT, AGCOT’s expanded mission reflects the growing ambitions of Tanzania’s agricultural landscape. In an interview with WazoHuru Media, […]
By Neema Munisi The recent announcement of the partnership between the Eastern Africa Grain Council (EAGC) and the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), under its Economic Recovery and Reform Activity (ERRA) program, is not just a news event – it’s a beacon of hope and a testament to the potential of strategic alliances […]
By Charles Muchoki In a leap forward for the agricultural sector in Kinoni Subcounty, Nyabushozi County, the Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry, and Fisheries marked a monumental event on 06/01/2023. This date will be etched in the memory of the local community as the day when the Rwobusisi Dairy Cooperative Society received a transformative asset: […]
Kigali, Rwanda: In a move to strengthen food security in Rwanda, the AGRA has united with 1,000 young innovators, a dynamic group determined to fortify the resilience of the nation’s agriculture. Among this vibrant force is Alex, a dedicated female Village-Based Advisor (VBA) who is at the vanguard of introducing TariBean 06, a bean variety […]
Kilimokwanza.org Team The recent discovery of coltan deposits in Kenya is not just a milestone for the mining sector but also a pivotal moment for the nation’s agriculture industry. This revelation, marking Kenya’s entry into the global tech mineral market, carries profound implications for the country’s agricultural sector, a mainstay of its economy. As the […]