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Yara Tanzania Addresses Concerns Over Operations in Tabora and Mbeya Regions

In response to recent media reports concerning its operations, Yara Tanzania Ltd, a subsidiary of Yara International ASA of Norway, has issued a public notice to reassure its customers and partners. The company acknowledges challenges in the Tabora and Mbeya regions but assures that its business operations remain robust across the rest of Tanzania. Yara Tanzania Ltd is actively…

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Revitalizing the Clove Industry: President Samia’s Commitment to Zanzibar’s Prosperity

Kilimokwanza.org President Dr. Samia Suluhu Hassan has reinforced the Tanzanian government’s dedication to enhancing the clove market. During the inauguration of the Karafuu Investment House under the Zanzibar State Trade Cooperation (ZSTC) on the Pemba Islands, President Samia called upon clove farmers to boost their production and uphold quality to meet the robust international demand. This landmark event, coinciding…

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Dr. Agnes Kalibata Among ‘100 Most Reputable Africans’

Kilimokwanza.org Team Reputation Poll International has unveiled its 2024 ‘100 Most Reputable Africans’ list, celebrating a diverse range of influential figures from the continent. This prestigious list honors individuals from sectors including politics, business, entertainment, and human rights advocacy, recognized for their significant impact, visibility, and integrity. Among these individuals is Dr. Agnes Matilda Kalibata, a symbol of African…

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Tanzania Targets 10% Agricultural Growth in a Decade with Agenda 10/30

Dar es Salaam Minister of Agriculture Hussein Mohamed Bashe recently spoke about his Ministry’s visionary ‘Agenda 10/30’. This comprehensive strategy aims to radically transform the landscape of agriculture in Tanzania, addressing critical demographic and economic challenges, and setting ambitious growth targets for the next decade. During his speech, Minister Bashe emphasized the urgency of adapting to demographic shifts, stating,…

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Nyandarua County Benefits from New Irrigation Infrastructure, Boosting Agriculture

The Ministry of Agriculture & Livestock Development has announced a significant development in agricultural infrastructure in Nyandarua County. CS Mithika Linturi, on the first day of his three-day field tour, has officially commissioned the Kagongo Wendani marketing shed and irrigation infrastructure. This new irrigation project is a game-changer for the agricultural sector in Nyandarua and surrounding areas, expected to…

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SAGCOT and Tamu Tamu Tanzania Collaborate to Unlock East Africa’s Apple Farming Potential

Kilimokwanza.org – January 31, 2024 The Southern Agricultural Growth Corridor of Tanzania (SAGCOT Centre) has joined forces with Tamu Tamu Tanzania to host a pivotal Zoom meeting on February 1, 2024, aimed at exploring the immense opportunities within East Africa’s burgeoning apple farming industry. This event promises to shed light on how individuals and businesses can participate in a…

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Tanzanian Agricultural Cooperatives Receive Over TZS 449 Billion for Input Procurement and Distribution in the 2022/2023 Season

In a boost to Tanzania’s agricultural sector, the Ministry of Agriculture has announced the allocation of more than TZS 449 billion to agricultural cooperatives for input procurement and distribution during the 2022/2023 farming season. This substantial investment is set to have far-reaching implications for the country’s farmers, ensuring they have access to essential inputs that will enhance productivity, food…

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EAGC and USAID Partnership to Boost Staple Food Value Chains in East Africa

Nairobi, Kenya, January 29, 2024 – In a landmark initiative, the Eastern Africa Grain Council (EAGC) has received a significant boost with a three-year grant of US$2 million from the United States government. This grant, part of the USAID’s Economic Recovery and Reform Activity (ERRA) program managed by TradeMark Africa (TMA) and funded by Feed the Future, aims to…

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Prof. Ndalichako, Hon. Bashe, Hon Shenyamule Spearhead ‘Building a Better Tomorrow’ for 268 Dodoma Youths

Kilimokwanza.org Team In a strategic move to bolster economic resilience among the youth, Prof. Joyce Ndalichako, the Minister of State, Prime Minister’s Office, Labor, Youth, Employment, and People with Disabilities, has underscored the importance of a collaborative effort between her office and the Ministry of Agriculture. The objective is clear: to uplift the youth economically through the agricultural sector….

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