August 2, 2023
by Africa Kilimo
In an address at the United Nations Food Systems Summit 2023, Agnes Kalibata, the president of the AGRA, highlighted the critical need for substantial investment in transforming Africa’s food systems. Kalibata’s speech underscored the dire consequences of underinvestment in this sector, which continues to plague African nations with escalating hunger and poverty. Kalibata pointed out […]
July 20, 2023
by Africa Kilimo
Mr. Rashid Omar Mbuguni, a luminary in scholarly, revolutionary, and business circles of Tanzania, has departed from this life. His legacy weaves through the fabric of Tanzanian society, reflecting a life dedicated to improvement, innovation, and profound generosity. Kilimokwanza.org mourns the passing of an icon, a father, guardian, mentor, leader, friend, educationalist, businessman, scholar, researcher, […]
July 17, 2023
by Africa Kilimo
The Driving Forces Behind AGRA Tanzania 2023-2027 Strategy By Anthony Muchoki Tanzania is at a critical juncture in an era of robust economic growth but equally notable challenges. The nation’s GDP growth has shown commendable resilience, posting an average rate of 6.9 per cent from 2016/17 to 2020/21. With an inflation rate of less than […]
July 16, 2023
by Linnet Muchoki
Standard Chartered Bank’s recent announcement to divest its Consumer, Private & Business Banking (CPBB) operations in Tanzania to Access Bank Plc reveals much about the shifting landscape of the African banking sector. This landmark decision is not just another business transaction. It speaks volumes about the bank’s strategic focus and unwavering commitment to Tanzania’s socio-economic […]
July 16, 2023
by Kilimokwanza Africa
In Njombe, Tanzania, an unassuming revolution is reshaping the local agricultural landscape. At its helm are tenacious entrepreneurs, including Lucy Yona, the 62-year-old dynamo behind the Mama Seki Group. Lucy’s trajectory – from farming to charcoal production, and back to farming – paints a picture of grit, ingenuity, and unwavering faith in agriculture’s transformative potential. […]
July 16, 2023
by Africa Kilimo
A concerted effort from Morogoro Regional Commissioner’s office, SAGCOT, Shambadunia, and other key stakeholders has given rise to an impactful annual event series dedicated to revitalising the agricultural sector. The third edition of this significant campaign, the KILIMO Marathon and Expo, is set to infuse new life into the field from September 21st to 23rd, […]
July 15, 2023
by Kilimo Tanzania
Farmers of sesame seeds in Tunduru district have earned 17 billion shillings after selling 4,641 metric tons of raw sesame seeds through six auctions held in the district under the warehouse receipt system. This was announced yesterday by the Marketing Officer of the Main Cooperative Union (Tamcu Ltd) in Tunduru District, Marcelino Mrope, during the […]
July 12, 2023
by Africa Kilimo
Dr. Vincent Aduramigba Modupe, a Senior Research Fellow at the Institute of Agricultural Research and Training, is a staunch advocate for building stronger bridges between scientific research and policy-making in Nigeria’s agriculture sector. “In my view,” he begins, “the greatest opportunities in Nigerian agriculture lie in our fertile lands, diverse climates, and the energetic spirit […]
July 11, 2023
by Kilimokwanza Africa
*Credits the transformation to AGRA-backed rice initiative *Assurance of improved seeds availability is still a challenge *From 12 bags to 28 bags per acre By Kilimokwanza.org Understanding the rice value chain and its possibilities of lifting smallholder farmers out of the mire of poverty in the Sumbawanga District has been a game-changer for a cross-section […]
July 9, 2023
by Africa Kilimo
By Erick Toroka Tanzania, the East African nation, is renowned for its verdant landscapes, teeming with diverse flora and fauna. But it’s not just nature’s bounty that catches the eye; the country’s agricultural sector is a testament to human endeavor and ingenuity. The fertile lands of the Tanga region, in particular, have been harnessed to […]