African Agriculture and Food Systems
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania In a significant push towards digital transformation in the business sector, Tanzanian entrepreneurs have been encouraged to adopt digital sales systems, known as ‘Smart Mauzo’. These systems are designed to significantly improve the management and record-keeping of business transactions and projects, offering a clearer view of profits and losses. This call […]
There is Money in Basil Farming in Kenya: A Blossoming Green Gold Linnet Muchoki In the rolling hills and fertile plains of Kenya, a green revolution is taking root. Amidst a diverse array of crops, basil, with its alluring fragrance and versatile nature, is shining as a new star in the agricultural sector. This herb, […]
Kilimokwanza.org Reporter, In the ever-evolving landscape of African agriculture, a revolutionary change is being ushered in by the power of technology, specifically through Google Earth Engine. This cloud-based platform is transforming the continent’s agricultural practices by harnessing satellite imagery and geospatial data. This article delves into how Google Earth Engine is reshaping African agriculture, offering […]
In a groundbreaking scientific achievement, a team of international researchers has unveiled a very detailed soil nutrient maps for the African continent to date. This initiative is set to revolutionize agricultural policies, environmental programs, and nutritional interventions across Africa. It paves the way to the potential of utilizing satellite imagery to enhance the accuracy of […]
Ethiopia is an example of the untapped potential that lies within African agriculture and agro-processing industries. As the backbone of the country’s economy, agriculture not only employs 80% of the population but is also a pivotal contributor to the nation’s GDP and a significant source of its foreign exchange. However, despite these impressive statistics, the […]
In a landmark decision, the Board of Directors of the African Development Bank Group has set the stage for a revolutionary uplift in Tanzania’s food security and agricultural self-reliance. With a substantial approval of $73.5 million, the Tanzania Agricultural Inputs Support Project (TAISP) has been greenlit to increase the nation’s food production by an astounding […]
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania – The Minister of Livestock and Fisheries, Hon. Abdallah Ulega, has engaged in strategic talks with the Director-General for Maritime Affairs and Fisheries of the European Union (EU), Ms. Charlina Vitcheva, to discuss the reinforcement and advancement of the blue economy in Tanzania. Meeting in Dar es Salaam on November 7, […]
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania – November 7, 2023 – CRDB Bank’s Kijani Bond, the first green bond to be issued in Tanzania, has been oversubscribed by a remarkable 429.55%. The bond, which was launched in August 2023 with the aim of boosting environmental, social, and sustainability projects in the country, was successfully listed on the […]
By focusing on long-term environmental health and the economic viability of farms, TechnoServe has outlined five critical success factors to achieve transformation at scale, particularly in regions of Africa, Latin America, and Asia where agricultural practices have significant room for improvement in carbon efficiency.
Regional and Continental Trade Pacts Open the Door to Free Trade in Food and Farm Goods Tema, Ghana – The 10th Annual Borderless Conference, organized by the Borderless Alliance in collaboration with the German Development Agency GIZ, recently convened in Tema, Ghana, bringing together experts from government, business, and international organizations to discuss and strategize […]