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A Watershed Moment: TAMFI and Water.org Propel a Surge in Water and Sanitation Financing in Tanzania

August 29, 2023
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Winnie Terry

DAR ES SALAAM, Tanzania, August 29, 2023 – In a significant step towards improving water accessibility and sanitation in Tanzania, the Tanzania Association of Microfinance Institutions (TAMFI) applauded the efforts of microfinance institutions for channelling financial resources to households and SMEs to procure essential water and sanitation equipment. “By extending financial assistance to over five thousand citizens for water…

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Cultivating Resilience: Uniting Against Climate Change for Africa’s Food Future

August 29, 2023
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| Africa’s Food Systems Forum 2023, Features

By Amath Pathe Sene Africa stands at a critical juncture in its history, as it faces the twin challenges of climate changeand food security. As global temperatures rise and weather patterns become increasinglyunpredictable, the continent’s agricultural systems are under threat, as they are forced to bearthe brunt of severe droughts, floods, and heat waves. Once seemingly confined to the…

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AGRF 2023: Tanzania Sets a New Paradigm in Sustainable Agriculture and Food Security: A Model for Africa and Beyond

August 28, 2023
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The recent announcement by Tanzania’s Minister of Livestock and Fisheries, Abdallah Ulega, represents a pivotal step toward what could be a paradigm shift in how countries approach food security, particularly in Africa. With a suite of multi-pronged strategies designed to boost food production and accelerate exports, Tanzania is positioning itself as a vanguard for change. Emphasizing Sustainable GrowthTanzania’s endeavors…

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IRRI-Africa Rice for Africa’s Future: The Importance of Collaborative Innovation in Agricultural Development

August 28, 2023
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In Dar Es Salaam, an unprecedented gathering underscores the urgency and the opportunity facing East and Southern Africa (ESA) in rice cultivation. As Mr. Gerald Mweli, the Permanent Secretary of the Tanzanian Ministry of Agriculture, officiates the Rice Breeding Innovations (RBI) Partners’ Annual Meeting, it’s time to reflect on the magnitude of what lies ahead. With rice consumption projected…

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Time for Africa to rise with agriculture and food systems that work, says Amath Pathé Sene

August 25, 2023
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Africa stands on the verge of transformative change, as it prepares to leverage its agricultural and food systems to ignite sustainable growth and alleviate poverty. Mr. Amath Pathé Sene, the Managing Director of the Africa Food Systems Forum, based in Rwanda, is leading this effort. Recently, Anthony Muchoki and Lilian Pius Ekonga were fortunate enough to engage in a…

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Government of Tanzania Emphasizes AGRF 2023 as a Landmark for Food System Transformation

August 22, 2023
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| Africa’s Food Systems Forum 2023, Features

The imminent Africa Food Systems Forum 2023 in Dar es Salaam, elucidated by the Honourable Minister Hussein Bashe, promises to be a watershed moment in the global discourse on food systems. Anticipated outcomes include cementing Africa’s leadership in this arena, innovative collaborations, and the generation of actionable insights tailored for the continent’s unique challenges, with Tanzania poised as a…

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Dodoma Cement Fueling Tanzania’s Agriculture Transformation with Lime and Gypsum

August 21, 2023
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Dr Theresia Numbi

By Kilimokwanza.org In the vast plains of Tanzania, a quiet revolution is brewing. The call to modernize, enhance, and fortify the nation’s agricultural backbone is growing louder. And taking the lead in this movement is an unexpected player – Dodoma Cement. Historically, Tanzania’s agricultural sector relied heavily on traditional practices – rain-dependent farming, use of hand hoes, and minimal…

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Empowering Tanzania’s Agriculture: The Vitality of the ASDP II

August 20, 2023
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The Tanzanian government, echoing the sentiments of its citizens, has always recognized the agricultural sector’s immense potential. It’s a beacon of hope, a source of sustenance, and a driver of the nation’s economic engine. On August 15, 2023, in the bustling city of Dar es Salaam, the government once again reinforced its commitment to the sector, emphasizing the central…

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Beyond SAGCOT: Ministry of Agriculture Plans Seven More Production Corridors

August 18, 2023
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Kilimokwanza.org correspodent Tanzania’s rise in Tanzania food system economic landscape can be attributed to various factors, one of the most significant being the Southern Agriculture Growth Corridor of Tanzania (SAGCOT). Since its inception in 2010, SAGCOT has been a cornerstone for the country’s burgeoning agricultural sector, pivotal in increasing production, ensuring food security, and alleviating poverty. A recent statement…

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Reviving Tanzania’s Soil: SAGCOT Leads the Charge for Sustainable Agriculture

August 18, 2023
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By Anthony JM Tanzania’s rich soil has borne the weight of its agrarian society for centuries, fueling its economy and providing sustenance for millions. Yet, as Geoffrey Kirenga, the CEO of the Southern Agricultural Growth Corridor of Tanzania- SAGCOT Centre Ltd., passionately emphasizes, this silent partner in the nation’s growth saga now needs attention. Drawing a poignant parallel between…

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