African Agriculture and Food Systems
DAR ES SALAAM – In a strategic move to cement its position as a leader in African horticulture, Tanzania officially launched the “Horti Logistica Africa” council on November 12, 2025. The announcement was made by Dr. Jim Yonazi, the Permanent Secretary in the Prime Minister’s Office (Policy, Parliament, and Coordination), during the landmark Horticulture Business […]
“Malawi is hurting. The signs are everywhere—empty granaries, mothers skipping meals so their children can eat, and markets where the price of maize, our staple food, has soared beyond the reach of ordinary families,” said Pamela Kuwali, Country Director of CARE Malawi and Food Systems Leader, in a stark warning issued Thursday. Speaking ahead of […]
Strategic Analysis of Smallholder Farmer Engagement and Demographic Projection across the Agricultural Growth Corridors of Tanzania (AGCOT): 2025–2030 Kilimokwanza.org Report 1. Executive Summary: The Demographic Imperative of Agricultural Transformation The transition from the Southern Agricultural Growth Corridor of Tanzania (SAGCOT) to the Agricultural Growth Corridors of Tanzania (AGCOT) represents a paradigm shift in the nation’s […]
By Charles Mwangi Nyandarua County, nestled in the central highlands of Kenya, is undergoing a profound agricultural awakening. While it has long been known for its lush landscapes and rich volcanic soils, what is emerging now is a dynamic transformation: a quiet revolution driven by commercial farming that is redefining the region’s economic identity and […]
Date and Location: May 21-25, 2025, at the FDC Ilula grounds in Kilolo. The Kilolo Trade and Investments Expo 2025 is set to open its doors from May 21-25 at the FDC Ilula venue, promising five days of vibrant business interactions, learning opportunities, and showcases of technological advancements in agriculture and industry. Focusing on Agriculture […]
East Africa is currently facing a severe drought, with drier-than-usual conditions expected to persist between January and March 2025. This follows a period of mixed rainfall patterns from October to December 2024, with deficits in central Somalia and northeastern Kenya, and wetter-than-average conditions in other parts of the region. The drought has had a significant […]
KILIMOKWANZA.ORG TEAM A quiet yet powerful transformation is unfolding in the heart of Kenya’s rural landscape. Young farmers across counties from Nyandarua to Kisumu are defying outdated agricultural norms and embracing sustainable practices to secure their livelihoods and protect the environment. A landmark study by Dr. Ann Mugure Mureithi, published in the Journal of Agriculture […]
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania – In a heartfelt message to the people of Tanzania, Geoffrey Kirenga, CEO of the Southern Agricultural Growth Corridor of Tanzania (SAGCOT), has emphasized the critical role of women in agriculture and called for greater gender equality within the sector. Speaking on the occasion of International Women’s Day, Kirenga took the […]
The Comprehensive Africa Agriculture Development Programme (CAADP) Kampala Summit 2025, scheduled for January 9-11 in Kampala, Uganda, is set to be a landmark event with far-reaching implications for the future of agriculture across Africa. Hosted by the Government of Uganda, this summit will convene African leaders, policymakers, and diverse stakeholders to deliberate on the post-Malabo […]
Nairobi, December 29, 2024 – The Kenyan government has recently added macadamia nuts to its list of commodities under price control, setting a minimum purchase price at Sh100 per kilogram. This move is part of a broader strategy to extend control over the prices of essential products, a list that may soon include cooking gas, […]