African Agriculture and Food Systems
Kilimokwanza.org Reporters In a landmark event that marks a turning point in the agricultural landscape of Tanzania, the nation is set to launch its first online tea auction on November 13, 2023. This momentous occasion, representing the culmination of a dream turned into a palpable reality, is led by the passionate and resolute Agriculture Minister, […]
AGRA Tanzania and the Tanzania Editors Forum (TEF) have challenged the media in Tanzania to play a more proactive role in disseminating critical advancements in seed technology, which could dictate the future of food security and economic resilience in the face of an increasing population and challenges associated with climate change. In response to a […]
Kilimokwanza.org News Team The VALUE4HER Team has announce the selection of nine extraordinary women entrepreneurs as the recipients of the VALUE4HER Sponsorship for the prestigious African Women Innovation and Entrepreneurship Forum (AWIEF) 2023 Conference. This opportunity marks a significant milestone in their entrepreneurial journey and highlights their incredible contributions to their respective sectors. VALUE4HER is […]
Kigali, Rwanda – The Center of Excellence in Biodiversity and Natural Resource Management (COEB) at the University of Rwanda proudly announces that its Director, Prof. Beth A. Kaplin, has been honored with the prestigious Frankfurt Conservation Award presented by the Bruno H. Schubert Foundation. The Frankfurt Conservation Awards, established by the foundation, are bestowed in […]
Kigali, Rwanda – The Africa Women Innovation and Entrepreneurship Forum (AWIEF) is proud to announce an impressive lineup of sponsors and partners for its upcoming 9th edition of the AWIEF Conference and Awards, slated to take place on November 9 and 10, 2023, at the Kigali Convention Centre, Kigali, Rwanda. Under the theme “Leveraging the […]
Tanga, Tanzania – In a monumental push to revitalize Tanzania’s fishing sector, the Minister of Livestock and Fisheries, Hon. Abdallah Ulega, presented a fleet of 14 modern fishing boats to local fishermen in Tanga, with a significant investment valued at Tsh. 1.2 billion as promised by President Hon. Dr. Samia Suluhu Hassan. This generous provision, […]
As the skies open up, unleashing a torrent of El Niño-induced rainfall, Kenya finds itself amidst a meteorological crisis that is both a curse and a blessing. The Kenya Meteorological Department’s forecasts paint a somber picture of continuous rains expected to drench the nation until January 2024. This prolonged period of rainfall has triggered extensive […]
Kilimo Kwanza Prairie View A&M University, a beacon of agricultural excellence in the heart of Texas, has taken a bold step into the future of farming by integrating FarmERP’s advanced digital farming technology into its curriculum and farm management practices. The College of Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources (CAFNR) at Prairie View A&M will be […]
Tanzania’s agricultural sector is a vital component of the nation’s economy, providing livelihoods to millions of its citizens. To further strengthen and develop this critical sector, a collaborative effort known as the Tanzania Agri-Inputs Platform has emerged as a driving force, bringing together various stakeholders from the public and private sectors. This platform aims to […]
Kilimokwanza.org Reporter “Our efforts are intertwined with a commitment to creating a food future that is not only sustainable but nourishes and empowers empowers all communities,” Jeremiah Rogito, a Food and Land Use Coalition Specialist at AGRA, has said. Sharing insights during a pivotal event held on November 2nd, 2023 convened by AGRA, brought together […]