African Agriculture and Food Systems
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania – June 24, 2025 – Tanzania and the Russian Federation are exploring extensive collaborations in the agricultural sector, following bilateral consultations held virtually yesterday between Mr. Gerald Mweli, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Agriculture, and Russian Deputy Ministers of Agriculture, Mr. Markovich Maxim and Ms. Afonina Marina. The discussions focused […]
Dodoma, Tanzania – June 24, 2025 – Tanzania is poised for a significant boom in its pyrethrum industry, with government officials and stakeholders urging farmers to embrace efficient cultivation practices to capitalize on growing market demand and rising prices. This call to action came during the 15th General Meeting of Pyrethrum Stakeholders, held at the […]
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania – June 25, 2025 – In a significant move to bolster agricultural productivity and support farmers nationwide, the Tanzania Fertilizer Company (TFC) today signed a crucial agreement with Dubai-based Sea Energy Group Company for the sale of 23,000 tonnes of Urea fertilizer. The signing ceremony, held in Dar es Salaam, marks […]
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania – Shareholders of the Dar es Salaam Stock Exchange (DSE) yesterday approved a dividend payout of TSh 125 per share for the financial year ended December 31, 2024. The decision was made during the company’s Annual General Meeting (AGM) held in Dar es Salaam. The approved dividend reflects a 13 per […]
The Mbogo Ranch – Tri-Nations Livestock Expo, held on June 15, 2025, in Ubena Zomozi, showcased Tanzania’s largest livestock sale, uniting elite breeders from Tanzania, Namibia, and Kenya. Among the highlights was an insightful presentation by Salehe Ramadhani, Commercial Manager of Simu Solar. Simu Solar’s Commitment to Farmers Simu Solar specializes in the manufacturing and […]
Ubena Zomozi, June 15, 2025 — As the sun rose over the bustling grounds of the Mbogo Ranch during the Tri-Nations Livestock Expo, livestock farmers, breeders, and agribusiness professionals gathered to witness the latest innovations transforming Africa’s livestock sector. One of the standout moments of the day came from the Yara Tanzania pavilion, where Agronomist […]
DAR ES SALAAM, Tanzania – A profound transformation is taking root in Tanzania’s agricultural landscape as the nation shifts from exporting raw commodities to crafting its own premium chocolate brands. Spearheading this evolution is Livy Africa, the visionary company behind Mababu Chocolate, in strategic partnership with the SAGCOT Centre (recently transitioned to AGCOT Centre). Mababu […]
CBK’s Digital Credit Directory: A Game Changer for Kenya’s Agriculture Sector Nairobi, Kenya — The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) continues to strengthen consumer protection and financial transparency through its regularly updated Directory of Licensed Digital Credit Providers (DCPs). While this directory is an essential tool for the general public, its implications for Kenya’s agricultural […]
AGCOT/SIDO Agro-Industrial Partnership to Empower Youth and Women Entrepreneurs Dar es Salaam & Dodoma, June 12, 2025 — AGCOT Centre Ltd and the Small Industries Development Organisation (SIDO) have signed a five-year Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to unleash new investment, strengthen value chains, and empower youth- and women-led enterprises across four key Agricultural Growth Corridors […]
Dar es Salaam — June 15, 2025: Elizabeth Christopher Swai, the celebrated entrepreneur who built one of Tanzania’s most successful poultry empires from the ground up, is set to share her blueprint for success with Africa’s aspiring youth. On June 19, 2025, Swai will headline a pivotal webinar, “Youth in Agribusiness: Rising from Coop—Leadership, Innovation, […]