Kilimokwanza.org team The year 2023 marked a pivotal moment for East Africa’s agriculture sector, deeply rooted in a history of resilience and innovation. As we reflect on the year, we explore significant events across themes like climate adaptation, technological progress, policy shifts, and agribusiness expansion. 1. The Locust Threat and its Aftermath: Early 2023 saw the alarming resurgence of…
Tanzania’s Minister of Agriculture, Hon Hussein Bashe, addresses the evolution of Tanzania’s agricultural sector on December 18, 2023, at the Ministry of Agriculture’s local investors’ conference in Dar es Salaam, held at the Serena Hotel. The conference was aptly themed ‘Empowering Our Own.’ His abridged speech was captured by the Kilimokwanza.org team. Acknowledgements and Opening Remarks Let me take…
By Anthony Muchoki In the realm of global agriculture policy, Hussein Mohammed Bashe, Tanzania’s Minister of Agriculture, is often likened to Akinwumi A. Adesina, the former Nigerian Minister of Agriculture (2011 to 2015) and current President of the African Development Bank. Adesina’s term as Nigeria’s Minister of Agriculture was marked by a transformative approach that reoriented the sector towards…
By Anthony Muchoki The Minister of Agriculture, Hon Hussein Bashe, has taken a definitive stance as Tanzania embarks on a transformative journey towards advanced and efficient commercial farming practices. Emphasizing the government’s strategy for inclusive growth and sustainable development, Bashe has spearheaded the ‘Empowering Our Own’ initiative, focusing on bolstering citizens and local businesses and ensuring their active participation…
Kilimokwanza.org In a landmark move for its agricultural sector, Rwanda today unveiled its first-ever fertilizer blending factory, a significant stride towards food self-sufficiency and agricultural empowerment. This state-of-the-art facility, born from a joint venture between the Rwandan government and Moroccan fertilizer powerhouse OCP Africa, is set to produce an impressive 100,000 tonnes annually. This development marks a transformative shift…
Kilimokwanza.org Team The latest findings from AGRA present a stark reality of widespread food insecurity, with East Africa at the epicenter of a burgeoning crisis. The “Food Security Monitor – November 2023” report reveals that Ethiopia and South Sudan are in the throes of the most severe conditions, marked as “Crisis” and “Emergency” levels, indicative of pervasive hunger and…
Kilimokwanza.org Team The appointment of Irene Madeje Mlola as the Director General of the Cereals and Other Produce Regulatory Authority (COPRA) represents a transformative juncture for Tanzania’s agricultural sector, with far-reaching implications for the livelihoods of millions of smallholder farmers. Tanzania’s rich agricultural landscape features over a dozen diverse cereal value chains, playing a crucial role in President Dr…
Dodoma, Tanzania: Prof. Riziki Shemdoe, the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Livestock and Fisheries, has made a compelling call for a paradigm shift in livestock farming research and practices in Tanzania. Addressing researchers and stakeholders during the conclusive session of a cattle fattening research project on December 18, 2023, in Mtumba, Dodoma, Prof. Shemdoe stressed the critical need…
With the right approach, poultry farming can be a rewarding and prosperous venture. Kilimokwanza.org Team Poultry farming in East Africa holds great potential for entrepreneurs looking to tap into the agricultural sector. With the right strategies and knowledge, this venture can be highly profitable. This article provides 20 essential tips to help you maximize your profits in poultry farming….
Kilimokwanza.org In-Depth Feature NAIROBI – The Kenya Shilling’s performance in the international currency market has been a hot topic in recent times. While some view the currency’s weakening as a negative trend, a closer examination reveals a more complex scenario. The Central Bank of Kenya’s (CBK) policies, market dynamics, and the broader economic implications all play a critical role…