African Agriculture and Food Systems
*Tsh 33 trillion needed to implement the Agenda 10/30 initiative * AGRA has pledged $40 million to support to “Building a Better Tomorrow” initiative Dar es Salaam, Tanzania The Tanzania Food Systems Partners Dialogue and Workshop, held on July 11, 2024, in Dar es Salaam, marked a significant milestone in the nation’s journey towards a […]
By Linnet Muchoki The recent Tanzania Food Systems Partners Dialogue convened diverse national and international stakeholders to address crucial issues in sustainable agricultural development and food security. Chaired by His Excellency Hailemariam Dessalegn, the event featured prominent personalities, including Dr. David Nabarro, IFAD Regional Director, Honorable Ministers, Ambassadors, and representatives from academia, media, and development […]
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania (July 12, 2024) – Solar energy holds the potential to revolutionize Tanzania’s agricultural sector by providing clean, sustainable power for irrigation, crop preservation, and processing. This innovation could significantly reduce operational costs for farmers and bolster food security nationwide. Deodatus Balile, Chairman of the Tanzania Editors Forum (TEF), emphasized this message […]
Dar es Salaam, 10th July 2024 – The Ministry of Agriculture is gearing up to host a significant multi-stakeholder partner workshop on Thursday, 11th July 2024, at the Serena Hotel. This workshop aims to unite diverse partners to focus on accelerating Tanzania’s food systems and climate action initiatives. Key priorities include advancing specific public-private flagship […]
Kilimokwanza.org Team Dodoma To bolster local industries, the Tanzanian government has introduced a new Industrial Development Levy as part of the Tanzania Finance Act 2024. This levy targets imported goods for home consumption in Mainland Tanzania, with certain exemptions for goods originating from East African Community (EAC) Partner States that meet the EAC Rules of […]
Dodoma, July 1, 2024 – The recently enacted Tanzania Finance Act 2024 brings a wave of significant amendments and provisions aimed at bolstering various sectors of the economy. Among the most impacted is the agricultural industry (Kilimo), which stands to benefit from targeted financial support, regulatory updates, and tax incentives. These measures are set to […]
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania – June 27, 2024 – USAID’s Development Finance Corporation (DFC) initiative is making a substantial impact in Tanzania by leveraging local financing to boost the agricultural sector. The program, which extends partial credit guarantees to encourage private lenders, aims to support under-served borrowers in new sectors and regions, thereby fostering economic […]
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania – June 27, 2024 – Since its launch in 2018, USAID’s Alliance for Inclusive and Nutritious Food Processing (AINFP) initiative, implemented by TechnoServe, has revolutionized Tanzania’s food landscape. By empowering medium and small-scale food processors in the Southern Agricultural Growth Corridor of Tanzania (SAGCOT), AINFP has significantly improved the availability of […]
Ruvuma/Mvomero, Tanzania – A soybean auction in Ruvuma and a thriving cocoa auction in Mvomero, both part of the Southern Agricultural Growth Corridor of Tanzania (SAGCOT), have highlighted the growing success of Tanzanian farmers and the effectiveness of the Warehouse Receipt System. On June 20, about 451,367 kilograms of soybeans were sold in Ruvuma, fetching […]
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania – A recent report by the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) reveals Tanzania’s dominance in potato yield across East Africa. According to FAOSTAT’s 2022 data, Tanzania boasts an impressive 8.43 tonnes per hectare (t/ha), surpassing its neighbours Kenya, Rwanda, and Uganda. Tanzania: The Yield Champion Tanzania’s remarkable yield is attributed to […]