NANDI, NOVEMBER 2, 2023 – In an event marked by hope and determination, The Nature Conservancy, alongside a coalition of partners, has launched a groundbreaking initiative—the River Yala Water Fund, the world’s first water fund led and executed by women. This historic effort aims to bolster water security and sustainably manage the River Yala basin’s resources while empowering local…
Mr. J owns a farm in Taveta and is interested in cultivating green grams, specifically the ‘Ndengu Tosha’ variety. He is seeking technical advice and support to implement the best farming practices and ensure a high-quality crop yield. The following advice, courtesy of kilimokwanza.org, is provided without any warranty. In Taveta, Kenya, green grams have emerged as a viable…
From Soil to Social Media, Dusabimana Advocates for Agro-Innovation and Youth Involvement in Farming Kigali, Rwanda – Rwandan agricultural consultant and content creator is challenging the traditional narrative of farming. Pacifique Dusabimana, known to his online followers as @p_dusabimana, is revolutionizing how young people view and engage with agriculture in Rwanda. His message is clear: the field of agriculture…
In a bold statement at the Conference on African Agriculture (CAADP19), Daniel Njiwa, Head of Regional Food Trade at AGRA, underscored the crucial role of women and youth in the agricultural sector of Sub-Saharan Africa. Representing the region’s backbone in food trade, these groups were recognized for their substantial yet often overlooked contributions. “Women and youth are not just…
Nairobi, Kenya – The Agriculture and Food Authority (AFA) through its Horticultural Crops Directorate (HCD) has officially announced the closing of the avocado harvesting season for export for the fiscal year 2023/2024. Kenya, recognized as one of the leading producers of avocado on the African continent, exports its high-quality produce to major destinations such as The Netherlands, United Arab…
Des Moines, Iowa, 30-Oct-2023 – African Development Bank (AfDB) President, Dr. Akinwumi Adesina, urged global investors not to miss out on the continent’s booming food and agribusiness sector, which is projected to be worth $1 trillion by 2030. This clarion call was made at the World Food Prize Foundation’s Norman E. Borlaug Dialogue in Des Moines, Iowa. During the…
Dr. Akinwumi A. Adesina, President of the African Development Bank Group, delivered an impactful speech at the Norman Borlaug International Dialogue for the World Food Prize 2023, illuminating Africa’s transformative journey in agriculture. Speaking under the banner “From Dakar 2 to Des Moines,” Dr. Adesina charted the ambitious course from the recently held “Feed Africa—Food Sovereignty and Resilience Summit”…
Abu Dhabi, 30 October 2023 — A historic alignment of global environmental leaders is poised to change the narrative on climate action. Today, in the run-up to the highly anticipated 28th session of the Conference of the Parties (COP28), the COP28 Presidency, International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA), and Global Renewables Alliance (GRA) jointly unveiled a landmark report emphasizing the…
*Dr. Sultan Al Jaber Stresses Unity and Hope Kilimokwanza.org Repoter As leaders and delegates gather for the 28th session of the UN Climate Change Conference of Parties (COP28 UAE), AGRA president Dr Agnes Kalibata has emphasized the crucial need for nations to find common ground. Dr Kalibata took to Twitter, stating, “we must find common ground; we can’t keep…
By Anthony.muchoki@gmail.com H.E. Hailemariam Dessalegn, the former Ethiopian Prime Minister and current AGRA Board Chair, envisions Africa transitioning from a staple crop net importer to a net exporter within five years. “In the next five years, Africa should transition from being a net importer to a net exporter of staple crops like wheat, rice, and edible oil seeds,” he…