September 19, 2023
by Kilimokwanza Africa
USAID Administrator Samantha Power and Anne Beathe Tvinnereim, the Norwegian Minister of International Development, have jointly introduced a groundbreaking multi-donor fund. This initiative targets the provision of essential financial support to small-and medium-sized agricultural businesses (agri-SMEs) across Africa. This ambitious project, backed by the United States Congress, will see USAID contribute an initial sum of […]
September 19, 2023
by Kilimokwanza Africa
NAIROBI – In an ambitious move to strengthen Kenya’s food security, the Ministry of Agriculture & Livestock Development has unveiled its strategy to double the nation’s agricultural output by leveraging sustainable dryland farming practices. This groundbreaking initiative particularly focuses on the ASAL (Arid and Semi-Arid Land) counties, regions long identified as having considerable untapped potential. […]
September 18, 2023
by Kilimokwanza Africa
By Anthony Muchoki In a compelling address, Dr. Agnes Kalibata, President of AGRA , shed light on the pressing need for a large-scale transformation of Africa’s agri-food systems. With urgency and passion, Dr. Kalibata detailed the challenges faced by the African continent and highlighted AGRA’s innovative roadmap to address these issues. She was speaking on […]
September 17, 2023
by Africa Kilimo
Mtwara, Tanzania, September 17, 2023 – In a forward-looking initiative aimed at economic growth and youth empowerment, the Minister for Livestock and Fisheries, Hon. Abdallah Ulega, has unveiled plans to optimize the Nangaramo Livestock Farm in Mtwara. The central focus is the introduction of the BBT program, a progressive step to give the youth from […]
September 17, 2023
by Kilimo Tanzania
In the vibrant heartlands of Tanzania, a green revolution is sprouting roots. Spearheaded by the sixth administration under the dynamic leadership of President Samia Suluhu Hassan, Tanzania is on the verge of an agricultural renaissance. Minister for Agriculture, Hussein M Bashe delineates the government’s ambitious plan to synergize agriculture with technology, promising not just a […]
September 15, 2023
by Kilimokwanza Africa
In a remarkable move towards transforming the economic landscape of Tanzania, President Dr. Samia Suluhu Hassan is set to make history. Come September 19, 2023, she will inaugurate the construction of the Kilwa Masoko Fishing Port, a pivotal milestone given that such an initiative hasn’t been taken since the nation’s independence. This significant news was […]
September 15, 2023
by Kilimokwanza Africa
In the lush landscapes of Handeni district in the Tanga region lies Msomera, a village poised to be more than just a name on a map. As Hon. Abdallah Ulega, the Tanzanian Minister of Livestock and Fisheries, strolled through its vibrant community, it became clear that Msomera is on the verge of a renaissance. A […]
September 13, 2023
by Africa Kilimo
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania – Dr. Ed Mabaya, a renowned agricultural economist and researcher, emphasized the need for a holistic approach to tackle Africa’s pressing food insecurity issues. Speaking at the CALA Leadership Forum during the AGRF2023 summit, Mabaya introduced the acronym “SPEAR” – representing Sustainability, Productivity, Empowerment, Adaptation, and Resilience. He stressed that these […]
September 13, 2023
by Africa Kilimo
The AGRF 2023 wasn’t just another yearly convening of stakeholders in Africa’s agrifood landscape; it was a platform where monumental findings from the “Status of Women in Agrifood Systems” (SWAFS) report were fervently discussed. This report, unveiled in April 2023, has rattled many by revealing the gender gaps costing sub-Saharan Africa a whopping USD 95 […]
September 13, 2023
by Africa Kilimo
TANZANIA – The African Fertilizer and Agribusiness Partnership (AFAP) continues to demonstrate its commitment to empowering smallholder farmers and promoting sustainable agricultural practices. At the recent AGRF Summit held in Tanzania, the organization spotlighted and celebrated the essential role of Hub agrodealers through its Hub Agrodealer Yearly Awards. Hub agrodealers serve as a lifeline for […]