African Agriculture and Food Systems
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 […]
Tanzania High-Level Side Event COP28 Dubai: A March Towards Green Growth and Agricultural Transformation By Anthony Muchoki Tanzania is actively seeking support and co-financing for an ambitious seven-year, $1.8 billion project, as emerged at a high-level side event at COP28 in Dubai, focused on exploring agricultural opportunities for green growth and transformation within the country. […]
Tanzanian tea, renowned for its sweetness, plays a pivotal role in the country’s agricultural economy, particularly in the Southern Highlands. This region, encompassing the Mufindi, Njombe, and Rungwe districts, is the heartland of Tanzania’s tea production, largely contributed by smallholder farmers. The Southern Agricultural Growth Corridor of Tanzania (SAGCOT), a significant public-private partnership initiated in […]
Kilimokwanza.org Team In the lush expanses of Mababu Village, Geoffrey Kirenga, the dynamic CEO of SAGCOT Centre Ltd., unveiled the often-overlooked journey of cocoa during a compelling field visit. “This is more than a cocoa pod; it’s the beginning of the chocolate journey,” Kirenga explained, gesturing towards a cocoa tree. His message was potent and […]
Elizabeth Swai Honored with 2023 Aspirational Leader Award for Transformative Impact in TanzaniaDar es Salaam, Tanzania Elizabeth Swai, the visionary founder of AKM Glitters Company Limited. Ms Swai has been awarded the esteemed 2023 Aspirational Leader Award by the CEO Roundtable of Tanzania (CEOrt) in recognition of the Positive Influence and Commitment to Capacity Building. […]
Tanzania’s Ambitious Plan to Double Tea Production: Aiming to Become Africa’s Leading Producer By Anthony Muchoki In a unique and delightful tête-à-tête, Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan teamed up with renowned American businessman and politician Michael Bloomberg for a cup of Tanzanian tea on the sidelines of the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28) in […]
By Anthony Muchoki AGRA President, Dr. Agnes Kalibata, has characterized COP28 as a turning point in the dialogue surrounding food systems, bringing #FoodSystems into the heart of mainstream discussions at the 28th Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change. She emphasized that this landmark decision represents a watershed moment […]
By Kilimokwanza.org Team, Lead, Neema Munisi.
By Kilimokwanza.org News Team Dubai, UAE – In a groundbreaking announcement at the COP28 climate conference in Dubai, Vice President Kamala Harris declared that the United States will pledge a substantial $3 billion to the Green Climate Fund (GCF), signaling a significant commitment to accelerate global climate action. However, this pledge is contingent on approval […]