African Agriculture and Food Systems
Dodoma In a move to address the challenges faced by smallholder tea farmers, including delayed payments for their crops, the Deputy Minister of Agriculture, Hon. David Silinde, announced the government’s plan to construct five tea processing factories. These factories aim to alleviate the logistical and financial burdens on farmers, ensuring more timely payments and reducing […]
[Dodoma, March 23, 2024] – The Minister of Agriculture, Hon. Hussein Bashe, has led an important meeting of cotton industry stakeholders held at Morena Hotel, Dodoma on March 23, 2024. The meeting aimed to discuss the cotton crop and develop strategies that would enhance productivity and sales of the crop. Participants commended the various steps […]
The Africa Food Systems Forum (AFS Forum) 2024, set to be hosted in Kigali, Rwanda from September 2nd to 6th, stands as a landmark event in the global agricultural calendar. As the world’s largest annual agricultural summit, this year’s forum, organized by the Rwandan government and the AFS Forum Partner’s Group, is poised to be […]
London, March 22, 2024 – Moody’s Investors Service has announced the upgrade of Tanzania’s long-term issuer ratings to B1 from B2, with a change in outlook from positive to stable. This decision underscores Tanzania’s robust economic performance amidst various external shocks and its commitment to fiscal prudence. Tanzania’s upgraded rating to B1 is a testament […]
In the realm of agriculture, water quality plays a pivotal role in the success of irrigation systems and, consequently, crop yield. Addressing this crucial aspect, FEC WATER Projects Department introduces its innovative Hard Water Treatment Systems, tailored specifically for irrigation purposes. With a steadfast commitment to customization and quality, these systems are set to revolutionize […]
Nairobi: In a move that is bound to send ripples through the financial markets of East Africa, KCB Group Plc has announced a landmark agreement that will see the complete acquisition of National Bank of Kenya Limited (NBK) by Nigeria’s financial giant, Access Bank Plc. This development, announced on March 20, 2024, not only underscores […]
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania Tanzania’s agricultural sector is witnessing an unprecedented boom, particularly in the realm of avocado exports, showcasing a period of substantial growth under the astute leadership of President Samia Suluhu Hassan. Jacqueline Mkindi, an influential stalwart in the agricultural domain and the CEO of the Tanzania Horticultural Association, highlights a striking surge […]
Tea Board of Tanzania Embarks on Nationwide Training Program to Revolutionize Tea Cultivation Dar es Salaam, Tanzania – In an initiative aimed at revitalizing the Tanzanian tea sector, the Tea Board of Tanzania (TBT) has announced the launch of a comprehensive training program focused on investment and input purchase financing mechanisms for cost minimization. This […]
Nairobi, 18 March 2024 – President William Ruto of Kenya is poised to lead a high-profile government delegation to the fourth American Chamber of Commerce Kenya (AmCham) Business Summit scheduled for April 24–25, 2024, in Nairobi. The Summit, known for its pivotal role in fostering US-East Africa trade relations, is expected to attract nearly 1,000 […]
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania – The Tanzania Private Sector Foundation (TPSF) has announced a pivotal meeting aimed at aligning the private sector’s interests and insights with the upcoming Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) Threshold Program in Tanzania. This consultative meeting is set to take place on Thursday, March 21st, 2024, at the TPSF Boardroom, from 12:00 […]