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SAGCOT’s Impact – Igoma Potato Farmers: A Story of Success, Innovation, and Community Collaboration

January 9, 2024
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| Features, News, Tanzania

Kilimokwanza.org Team. In the fertile lands of Mbeya Region, Mbeya Rural District at Igoma Village, a new era of agricultural prosperity is unfolding, led by the region’s dedicated potato farmers. Ms Tulalumba Mloge, Principal Executive Assistant to the SAGCOT Chief Executive Officer, has shared inspiring insights into the recent developments reshaping this vibrant community’s agricultural landscape. Igoma Village: A…

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Tanzania Rises to Become Africa’s Second Largest Tobacco Producer, Aiming for Record Production in Upcoming Seasons

January 8, 2024
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| News, Tanzania

Anthony Muchoki In a groundbreaking announcement, Tanzania’s Minister of Agriculture, Hussein M Bashe, declared a significant achievement for the country’s agricultural sector. Tanzania has emerged as the second-largest producer of tobacco in Africa, signaling a remarkable growth trajectory in the industry. The minister revealed that the tobacco production has surged from 50,000 tons to an impressive 122,858 tons during…

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New Global Cooperation Barometer Reveals Insights into a Decade of Global Cooperation Trends

January 8, 2024
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| Africa, News

Geneva, Switzerland, 8 January 2024 – The World Economic Forum (WEF) unveiled its inaugural Global Cooperation Barometer, developed in collaboration with McKinsey & Company, shedding light on the dynamics of global cooperation over the past decade. The barometer, utilizing 42 indicators, measures five crucial pillars: trade and capital, innovation and technology, climate and natural capital, health and wellness, and…

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Fentahun Mengistu Tiruneh:  Ethiopia and Africa Must Foster Capable and Visionary Leaders for Agricultural Advancement 

January 5, 2024
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| Ethiopia, Features, News

Leaders are the driving force behind progress in any endeavour Dr Fentahun Mengistu Tiruneh knows firsthand the immense potential of the agriculture sector in Ethiopia but also understands the daunting challenges it faces – from environmental degradation to technological stagnation and the impact of climate change. As the Country Director of the Sasakawa Africa Association-Ethiopia, Dr Fentahun leads and…

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Kenya’s Agriculture Sector Suffers Ksh16.26 Billion Loss Due to El Nino Rains

January 5, 2024
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| Kenya, News

Kilimokwanza.org Kenya’s agriculture sector has been severely impacted by the El Nino rains, incurring losses amounting to Ksh16.26 billion, as disclosed by the government. The National El Nino Emergency and Disaster Response Command Centre released a statement on Friday, detailing the extent of the devastation caused by the unseasonal weather phenomenon. Devastation Across the Board The country has witnessed…

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Ugandan Government to Boost Vanilla Market with Structured Harvesting Dates

January 4, 2024
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| News, Uganda

By Elizabeth Shumbusho In a decisive step to bolster Uganda’s vanilla sector, the Ministry of Agriculture has earmarked January 5, 2024, as the commencement of the nationwide vanilla harvest, extending over three months to April 5, 2024. The announcement by Fred Bwino Kyakulaga, the State Minister for Agriculture, comes at a critical juncture following a tumultuous pricing period in…

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Potato Power: A Look into Rift Valley’s Spud Legacy

January 4, 2024
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| Africa, Kenya, News, Tanzania

As the sun rises over the Rift Valley, casting a golden light on sprawling fields, a local farmer begins his day. Amidst the rolling hills and fertile plains stretching across Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Rwanda, Burundi, and the Democratic Republic of Congo, lies a story woven deeply into the soil – the story of the potato. From Indigenous Ingenuity to…

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USDA in 2024: Secretary Vilsack Champions Climate-Smart Agriculture, Economic Growth, and Farmer Support Through Inflation Reduction Act

January 4, 2024
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| News, Tanzania

Kilimokwanza.org Team U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack has outlined the United States Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) ambitious plans for 2024, focusing on climate-focused practices, economic growth in rural areas, and justice for distressed and discriminated farmers. As the world steps into 2024, the USDA, under Secretary Vilsack’s leadership, renews its commitment to intensify investments in climate-smart agricultural practices….

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Rungwe District: Tanzania’s Untapped Agro-Tourism Paradise – A Message from SAGCOT Centre Ltd.’s CEO, Geoffrey Kirenga

January 3, 2024
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| Features, News

Kilimokwanza.org team Tanzania’s Rungwe District, in the Mbeya Region, has immense, yet largely untapped, potential for agro-tourism, according to Mr Geoffrey Kirenga, the Chief Executive Officer of SAGCOT Centre Ltd. He shares his insights on why this area is a must-visit destination. “Tanzania’s Rungwe District in the Mbeya Region is a hidden gem,” notes Mr. Kirenga. He spotlights the…

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Be the Next Global Food Systems Leader: Join the Inspiring Youth Leadership Program

January 1, 2024
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| #FoodSystems Champions, Africa, News

In an effort to transform food systems globally, a new and inspiring program for early career professionals has been launched, offering a unique opportunity to accelerate food systems solutions in the Global South. This program, generously supported by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ), is a call to action for those passionate about making a…

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