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Green Goals, Financial Solutions: TAMFI and TAREA Collaborate to Amplify Renewable Energy’s Potential

September 5, 2023
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DAR ES SALAAM, 5TH AUGUST 2023 Green Goals, Financial Solutions: The Roadmap to Tanzania’s Renewable Energy Future On 5th August 2023, the Tanzania Association of Microfinance Institutions (TAMFI) and the Tanzania Renewable Energy Association (TAREA) announced a collaboration that promised to alter the trajectory of Tanzania’s energy landscape. The objective? To ensure that renewable energy solutions, which many view…

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Food for Thought: Dar es Salaam Emerges as Epicenter of Africa’s Agri-revolution

September 4, 2023
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Amidst the bustling streets and historical sites of Dar es Salaam, Tanzania’s economic capital, there is a palpable excitement in the air. Over 4,000 attendees have descended upon this thriving city for the 13th annual Africa Food Systems Forum from local farmers to international delegates. Under the radiant leadership of President H.E Samia Suluhu Hassan, Dar es Salaam is…

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Dr. Kalibata Envisions Sustainable Economic Growth through Business Ecosystems in Tanzania’s Southern Highlands

September 4, 2023
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Southern Highlands, Tanzania – The modern world finds itself at a critical juncture, with the emphasis on sustainable economic growth stronger than ever before. Within this complex web, the concept of business ecosystems emerges as a lighthouse guiding the path to prosperity. Dr. Agnes Kalibata, the dynamic AGRA President, spotlighted this notion during her explorative visit to Tanzania’s Southern…

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Empowering Tanzania’s Female Farmers: Minister Hussein Bashe Charts a Sustainable Path Forward at the Sneakers and Heels Women in Agriculture Event

September 4, 2023
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Anthony.Muchoki@gmail.com Tanzania’s Minister of Agriculture, Mr. Hussein M Bashe, has reignited the conversation surrounding the empowerment of female farmers, underscoring their pivotal role in Tanzania’s agricultural sector. Speaking at a side event hosted by Sneakers and Heels Women in Agriculture, a platform inspired by AGRF Summit, the Minister advocated for renewed commitment and strategic investments to foster gender equality…

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Empowering Women in Agriculture: Catalyzing Growth and Sustainability

September 3, 2023
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By Charles Muchoki In Uganda’s agricultural sector, women are the steadfast weavers of progress, threading together a legacy of sustenance, economic vitality, and community resilience. Their resolute commitment to tilling the land, nurturing crops, and fostering agricultural prosperity has been a cornerstone of the nation’s growth. This discourse delves into the multifaceted role of women in Ugandan agriculture, elucidating…

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Uganda’s Thriving Agriculture Sector: A Glimpse into the Ongoing Progress

September 2, 2023
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By Charles Muchoki Uganda’s agriculture sector stands as a pivotal pillar of the nation’s economy, offering livelihoods to millions and significantly contributing to both food security and economic growth. This sector, characterized by a rich diversity of crops and bolstered by favorable climatic conditions, has the potential to transform Uganda into a regional agricultural powerhouse. This in-depth exploration sheds…

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Uasin Gishu Farmer Chebet Sets Example with Lucrative Basil Farming for Export

September 1, 2023
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Agriculture & Livestock Development Ministry Highlights ‘Virgin Opportunity’ in Herbs SectorNairobi, Kenya — The Ministry of Agriculture & Livestock Development (@kilimoKE) has spotlighted the untapped potential in the Kenyan agriculture sector by highlighting the success story of Chebet, a farmer from Uasin Gishu County who has ventured into basil farming for export. This move aligns with the ministry’s efforts…

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Dr. Denis Tippe Lauds SeedCast: A Leap Forward for Tanzanian Rice Agriculture

August 31, 2023
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Dar es Salaam, 31st August 2023 Dr. Denis Tippe, Director of the Tanzania Agricultural Research Institute’s Uyole Agricultural Research Institute in Mbeya, applauded the unveiling of SeedCast, a novel mobile application aimed at redefining Tanzania’s rice seed landscape. Speaking at the Rice Breeding Innovations Partners’ Annual Meeting in Dar es Salaam, Dr. Tippe remarked, “Witnessing the daily challenges our…

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TOSCI Director General Launches SeedCast, Reaffirms Commitment to Driving Seed Innovation

August 31, 2023
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SeedCast App Launched to Transform Rice Seed Demand and Supply in Tanzania Dar es Salaam, 31st August 2023 Patrick Ngwediagi, the Director General of the Tanzania Official Seed Certification Institute (TOSCI), has officially launched SeedCast, a revolutionary mobile app set to transform Tanzania’s rice seed market.  In a high-profile unveiling at the Rice Breeding Innovations Partners’ Annual Meeting in…

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Swai Advocates for Poultry Youth in BBT Initiative

August 31, 2023
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August 31, 2023 As the Africa’s Food Systems Forum 2023 approaches in Tanzania, young entrepreneurs in the poultry industry are making a plea. They call upon the government and stakeholders for assistance in procuring land and funding to solidify their enterprises. These youth underline the significance of their inclusion in the Building a Better Tomorrow (BBT) agriculture initiative. The…

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