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Norway’s Commitment to Boosting Tanzanian Agriculture: A Partnership for Modernization and Market Access

April 26, 2024
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Kilimokwanza.org Reporter In a meeting held on April 22, 2024, with Hon Adam Malima, the Regional Commissioner of Morogoro, Norwegian Ambassador to Tanzania, Tone Tinnes reaffirmed Norway’s unwavering commitment to supporting Tanzania’s agricultural sector. This collaboration aims to empower local farmers by providing them access to modern technologies and broader markets, thereby enhancing their productivity and economic stability. A…

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Manitoba Farmer Champions Soil Health at 2024 Camrose Conference

April 26, 2024
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Joe Gardiner Advocates for Regenerative Practices to Revitalize Agriculture Camrose, AB — At the 2024 Introduction to Soil Health Conference in Camrose, a gathering enriched by the insights of experts from Understanding Ag, Joe Gardiner, a seasoned farmer from Clearwater, Manitoba, captivated attendees with his compelling narrative on shifting paradigms in agriculture towards regenerative practices. Gardiner’s farming journey underscores…

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Tanzania: The Promise of the National Lime Application Guidelines

April 25, 2024
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By Brenda Ngatara In Tanzania, agriculture forms the backbone of the economy, supporting the livelihoods of most of the population. However, soil acidity has long plagued productivity. The draft National Lime Application Guidelines, developed in early 2021 and refined through several revisions, represent a strategic intervention to mitigate this challenge. Though pending endorsement, these guidelines suggest a transformative future…

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Africa’s $824 Billion Debt Burden and Opaque Resource-Backed Loans Hinder Its Potential, African Development Bank President Warns

April 24, 2024
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Washington, D.C., United States of America, April 24, 2024 – Africa’s enormous economic potential is facing a severe setback due to the proliferation of non-transparent resource-backed loans, which complicate debt resolution processes and compromise the future growth prospects of countries across the continent. This warning came from the President of the African Development Bank, Akinwumi Adesina, during his keynote…

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Tanzania Tea Board Explores Investment Opportunities During President’s Visit to Turkey

April 24, 2024
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Kilimokwanza.org reporter To bolster economic ties between Tanzania and Turkey, the Tanzania Tea Board actively engaged in discussions with the President of the United Republic of Tanzania, Hon. Dr Samia Suluhu Hasan, who visited Turkey on April 19, 2024. The primary focus of this diplomatic mission was to foster business cooperation, particularly in sectors like tea production, where Turkish…

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Broadening Horizons: Minister Bashe Spotlights Agricultural Trade Opportunities as SAGCOT Evolves into AGCOT

April 22, 2024
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Tanzania’s Agricultural Growth: SAGCOT’s Strategic Expansion Plan to Agriculture Growth Corridors of Tanzania (AGCOT) Dodoma, Tanzania – In a bid to propel Tanzania’s agricultural sector to new heights, the Minister of Agriculture, Honorable Hussein Bashe (MP), engaged in a pivotal meeting organized by The Southern Agricultural Growth Corridor of Tanzania (SAGCOT) on April 19th, 2024. Hosted at Morena Hotel…

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18th Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) Global Forum to Explore Innovation, Entrepreneurship, and Leadership in Islamic Finance

April 21, 2024
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JEDDAH, Saudi Arabia, April 21, 2024 – The anticipation is high as the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) Institute gears up for the 18th edition of the IsDB Global Forum on Islamic Finance, scheduled to take place in Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, on April 28, 2024. Set against the IsDB Group Annual Meetings and Golden Jubilee Celebration, this year’s…

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Equity Bank Tanzania’s New Fee Structure Raises Concerns Among Customers

April 18, 2024
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Equity Bank Tanzania has recently unveiled a revised tariff guide, introducing several new fees for its banking services. While the bank has cited reasons for these adjustments, customers are expressing growing apprehension about the potential financial impact and the lack of clarity surrounding the changes. Here’s a breakdown of the new fees and their implications: While Equity Bank Tanzania…

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Prime Minister Majaliwa Advocates Action-Oriented Agricultural Policy at 10th AAPC

April 18, 2024
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Dodoma, April 17, 2024—The 10th Annual Agricultural Policy Conference (AAPC) commenced with fervor as Prime Minister Hon. Kassim Majaliwa (MP) of the United Republic of Tanzania delivered an impassioned keynote speech, championing a proactive approach to agricultural policy formulation and implementation. In his address at the Mabeyo Hall in Dodoma, Prime Minister Majaliwa reaffirmed the government’s steadfast commitment to…

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Calling All Food System Champions! Here is the Programme for the 10th Annual Agricultural Policy Conference

April 15, 2024
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| News, SAGCOT/AGCOT, Tanzania

The 10th Annual Agricultural Policy Conference is coming to Dodoma! Mark your calendars for April 17th to 19th, 2024, as the Mabele Hall prepares to host this landmark event. This year’s conference celebrates a decade of driving change in Tanzania. The theme: “A Decade of Impactful Policy Reforms: Building Resilient, Inclusive, and Sustainable Food Systems.” Join us for three…

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