African Agriculture and Food Systems
“To lead in agriculture is to hold the key to Africa’s prosperity,” declared Dr. Agnes Kalibata, President of AGRA, at the recent graduation ceremony of the Centre for African Leaders in Agriculture (CALA). This momentous occasion in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, wasn’t just a celebration of academic achievement; it marked the emergence of 78 leaders set […]
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania – The Tanzanian government is encouraging women involved in small-scale fishing to join groups to access opportunities for borrowing modern equipment, including boats, enabling them to fish in deeper waters. ‘For women to be able to move away from buying fish from the beaches, they need to join groups, find their […]
By Kilimokwanza.org News Team DODOMA, Tanzania – In a landmark statement, Dodoma Regional Commissioner Rosemary Senyamule has announced a new era of agricultural prosperity for the region, underpinned by the innovative Building Better Tomorrow (BBT) program. This announcement came at the conclusion of the high-profile 2023 Tanzania Agriculture Stakeholders Learning Event (TASLE), a hub of […]
The Government of Tanzania, through Professor Kitila Mkumbo, Minister of State in the President’s Office for Planning and Investment, has announced the formation of a 22-member committee tasked with drafting the nation’s Vision 2050. This committee, led by Prof. Lucian Ambrose, consists of a diverse group of 8 women and 14 men, including prominent academicians, […]
By Neema Munisi TANZANIA: The abundant surplus of food crops in the Njombe, Iringa, and Ruvuma Regions is poised to play a pivotal role in elevating Tanzania’s status as a potential food supplier for the African continent. This surge in agricultural productivity holds the promise of turning President Samia Hassan’s audacious vision of ‘Tanzania can […]
Dubai, United Arab Emirates: In a stride towards bolstering international investments, Tanzania’s Minister for Livestock and Fisheries, Hon. Abdallah Ulega, actively participated in an investment-focused meeting organized by the Tanzania Investment Centre (TIC) at the Food Systems Pavilion during the COP28 climate change conference on December 5, 2023. Welcoming Global Investors Speaking from the Tanzanian […]
In a crucial session at COP28 focused on the resilience of small-scale farmers amid the climate crisis, Tanzanian Minister of Agriculture Abdallah Ulega provided profound insights into the challenges and strategies for sustaining agriculture in vulnerable regions. In the Food Systems Pavilion session, experts and stakeholders gathered to address one of the most pressing challenges […]
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia – The Centre for African Leaders in Agriculture (CALA) marked a significant milestone in the continent’s agricultural journey. In a prestigious ceremony in Ethiopia’s capital, the second cohort of CALA’s Advanced Leadership Programme celebrated their graduation. This initiative, spearheaded by AGRA and co-implemented with the African Management Institute (AMI) and Policy Link, […]
Today, communities around the globe come together to celebrate World Soil Day 2023, shedding light on the indispensable relationship between soil and water under the theme “Soil and Water: A Source of Life.” This year’s focus aims to enhance our understanding of the intricate link between soil and water, emphasizing the pivotal role they play […]
In the mosaic of East African agriculture, bananas stand out as an indispensable crop. Across this region, from the lush highlands of Uganda to the fertile plains of Tanzania, bananas are a lifeline for millions. They offer not just sustenance and income but are deeply embedded in the cultural fabric of the society. Bananas, particularly […]