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Limestone Resources of Tanzania: A Comprehensive Geological and Economic Review

May 31, 2025
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KILIMOKWANZA.ORG TEAM I. Introduction A. Overview of Limestone: Definition, Composition, and General Economic Importance Limestone is a sedimentary rock primarily composed of calcium carbonate (CaCO3​), predominantly in the mineral forms of calcite or aragonite. While these carbonate minerals form the bulk of the rock, limestone typically contains varying amounts of impurities. These can include siliciclastic components such as quartz…

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AGCOT: The Future of Tanzania’s Agricultural Evolution

May 2, 2025
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The transformation of SAGCOT into AGCOT, launched on April 27, 2025, and briefed to President Samia Suluhu Hassan on April 28, represents a nationwide scaling of Tanzania’s agricultural success. AGCOT builds on SAGCOT’s achievements—$6.34 billion in investments, 1 million farmers reached, and 253,000 jobs—and extends its impact to new corridors under the Agriculture Master Plan 2050, aiming to revolutionize…

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Kilolo DC Drums Up Support for Trade and Investment Expo 2025

April 15, 2025
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Ilula, Kilolo – April 16, 2025 With just over a month to go before the Kilolo Trade and Investment Expo 2025, Kilolo District Commissioner Hon. Rebecca Nsemwa is rallying stakeholders, the media, and the business community to support and participate actively in this transformative event. Ahead of a high-level preparatory meeting on April 16, 2025, at FDC-Ilula, the DC…

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Tanzania’s Soybean Sector: A Sleeping Giant Awakens

March 17, 2025
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Kilimokwanza.org Reporter Tanzania is making strides in soybean production, yet the industry remains an untapped goldmine with immense potential. In 2023, the country exported $92.7 million of soybeans, making it the 18th largest soybean exporter globally and ranking it as Tanzania’s 16th most exported product. The primary export destinations were China ($37.4M), India ($33.4M), Pakistan ($19.8M), Rwanda ($1.36M), and Kenya ($282K)….

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SAGCOT Salutes Women Driving Innovation and Sustainability in Agriculture on International Women’s Day

March 8, 2025
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| Africa, News, SAGCOT/AGCOT, Tanzania

Dar es Salaam, Tanzania – In a heartfelt message to the people of Tanzania, Geoffrey Kirenga, CEO of the Southern Agricultural Growth Corridor of Tanzania (SAGCOT), has emphasized the critical role of women in agriculture and called for greater gender equality within the sector. Speaking on the occasion of International Women’s Day, Kirenga took the opportunity to honor the…

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YEFFA Inspires a Youth-Powered Agricultural Development in Iringa

March 5, 2025
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Iringa, Tanzania – In a bold step toward modernizing agriculture and food processing, young farmers and processors in Iringa have been urged to adopt advanced techniques that enhance productivity, ensure food security, and create sustainable employment opportunities. This call to action came during a high-impact training session held on March 4–5, 2025, jointly organized by the Southern Agricultural Growth…

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Modern Irrigation: Key to Tanzania’s Agricultural Future?

February 13, 2025
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| Features, SAGCOT/AGCOT, Tanzania

Tanzania’s Path to Agricultural Transformation: Leveraging Technology and Strategic Planning in Irrigation On February 11th, 2025, a dynamic Agribusiness East Africa Room meeting was held on Clubhouse and YouTube, bringing together leading experts, stakeholders, and agricultural enthusiasts to explore the transformative potential of modern irrigation in Tanzanian agriculture. Moderated by Juma Bruno Ngomuo, an expert in market linkages and…

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Tanzania’s Mango Revolution: A Deep Dive into the New Push for Growth

January 9, 2025
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| Africa, Features, Research, SAGCOT/AGCOT, Tanzania

Kilimokwanza.org Correpondent Tanzania, renowned for its rich culture and stunning landscapes, is also home to a thriving mango industry. While mangoes have long been cultivated in the country, a renewed emphasis on the subsector is set to drive remarkable progress, positioning Tanzania to become a global leader in mango production. This report provides a comprehensive analysis of the factors…

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