Improving the livelihood of small-scale farmers
Taking a New Look at Africa's Agriculture; Develoepmental Communication

Global Initiative Sheds Light on Unknown Aspects of Our Diet, Aiming to Transform Nutrition and Planetary Health

Kilimokwaza.org Reporter In a revealing publication in Nature Food, the Periodic Table of Food Initiative (PTFI) has identified significant gaps in the scientific community’s understanding of what people consume daily. Spearheaded by the American Heart Association alongside other global leaders in science and nutrition, the initiative announced on April 8, 2024, in Washington, a comprehensive list of 1,650 diverse…

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New Online Dashboard Brings Transparency to Climate Finance; Gives Open Access to Funding Data for Indigenous Peoples, Local Communities, and Afrodescendant Peoples’ Tenure Rights and Forest Guardianship

kilimokwanza.org Reporter In an era where climate change poses a formidable challenge to global biodiversity and the well-being of Indigenous Peoples (IP), local communities (LC), and Afro-descendant Peoples (ADP), a revolutionary tool has been introduced to ensure transparency and efficiency in climate finance. The Path to Scale dashboard, a novel open-source online platform, was launched on April 10, 2024,…

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Malawi Halts Soya Bean Exports to Bolster Domestic Industries Amid Production Decline

The Malawi government has announced a critical intervention in the agricultural sector by suspending the exportation of raw soya beans. This decisive action, conveyed through a press release by the Ministry of Trade and Industry in collaboration with the Ministry of Agriculture, takes effect from 8th April 2024. It comes as a strategic response to a significant 20% reduction…

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Tanzania Soars in Seed Production: World-Class Quality Reaps Benefits

By Kilimokwanza.org Reporter Tanzania’s agricultural sector is experiencing a golden age, driven by the production of world-class seeds. The Southern Agricultural Growth Corridor of Tanzania (SAGCOT) prioritizes high-quality seeds as the cornerstone of a thriving agricultural industry, ensuring food security and a robust commercial scene. At the forefront of this movement is the Tanzania Official Seed Certification Institute (TOSCI),…

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Rwanda to Host the Africa Food Systems Forum 2024 and Calls for Radical Transformation of African Food Systems

Kilimokwanza.org Reporter Rwanda is set to lead Africa’s ambitious journey towards a sustainable and resilient food future as it prepares to host the second Africa Food Systems Forum (AFSF) from September 2-6, 2024, in Kigali. Rt. Hon. Dr. Édouard Ngirente, Prime Minister of the Republic of Rwanda, officially launched the series of activities for the annual summit, the premier…

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Tanzania’s Credit Upgrade: A Call to Action for Strategic Investment

Dar es Salaam: The recent elevation of Tanzania’s credit rating from B2 to B1 by Moody’s not only reflects the nation’s economic resilience and fiscal discipline but also marks a pivotal moment that demands strategic action. This upgrade, signaling a vote of confidence in Tanzania’s economic direction, presents an opportune moment for the country to address existing challenges with…

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Tanzania Sets the Stage for Global Tea Industry Revolution at Premier Stakeholders Forum

Minister of Agriculture Hon. Hussein Bashe and Director General Mary Kipeja Collaborate to Elevate Tanzania's Tea Industr

Dodoma, Tanzania – March 25, 2024 – Tanzania is on the threshold of an unprecedented transformation in its tea industry as it gears up for A Major Forum for Tea Stakeholderson March 26, 2024, according to a press release by Mary E. Kipeja, the Director-General. The forum, themed ‘Seize the Opportunity, Accelerate the Development of Tanzania’s Tea Industry,’ is…

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Tanzania Announces Construction of Tea Factories to Support Smallholder Farmers

Dodoma In a move to address the challenges faced by smallholder tea farmers, including delayed payments for their crops, the Deputy Minister of Agriculture, Hon. David Silinde, announced the government’s plan to construct five tea processing factories. These factories aim to alleviate the logistical and financial burdens on farmers, ensuring more timely payments and reducing transportation costs from farms…

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Kigali to Host AFS Forum 2024

The Africa Food Systems Forum (AFS Forum) 2024, set to be hosted in Kigali, Rwanda from September 2nd to 6th, stands as a landmark event in the global agricultural calendar. As the world’s largest annual agricultural summit, this year’s forum, organized by the Rwandan government and the AFS Forum Partner’s Group, is poised to be a critical juncture for…

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