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“20 African countries – 12 from north Africa and eight from sub-Saharan Africa – thrown into jeopardy due to a sudden break in the flow of wheat, maize, soybean and rice from the black-sea region”

November 10, 2022 · 3 min read

Dr. Nwafor: The Green Deal Could Help Address Africa’s Food Security Challenges The conflict between Russia and Ukraine has brought about new complexities in…

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T-Hakiki: preventing the sale of input  counterfeits with mobile technology takes root in Tanzania

November 3, 2022 · 5 min read

Tanzania- East Africa’s agriculture powerhouse has made a lot of strides in controlling the sale and use of uncertified input, thanks to public and…

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Daily News: Tanzania Eyes to Boost Rice Yields

October 26, 2022 · 4 min read

By Henry Lyimo, Daily News, TanzaniaTHE government is keen to adopt policy measures that will boost rice production to sustain self sufficiency of the…

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AGRF: Tanzania improving food systems, trade priority assures Dr Mpango

September 26, 2022 · 2 min read

*Adoption of climate-smart seed technologies, fertilizers and capacity building to increase production, trade By AJM  Muchoki Tanzania is committed to supporting and driving efforts…

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Dr  Kijaji says AGRF enabled the government and the private sector to meet with investors via the deal room.

September 25, 2022 · 1 min read

By AJM  Muchoki At the 12th AGRF SUMMIT’s Agribusiness Dealroom, Tanzania Investment Centre presented tremendous opportunities in sunflower (edible oil), dairy, horticulture and aquaculture…

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Tanzania tops bean production in Africa – Hussein Bashe

September 24, 2022 · 2 min read

By AJM Muchoki Tanzania produces an estimated 1.2 million tons of common beans annually, making the country the top bean producer in Africa and…

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AGRF: Dr Mpango roots for more youth and women in the agriculture sector

September 9, 2022 · 2 min read

Tanzania VICE President Dr Philip Mpango has said Phase VI Government aims to develop the farming sector, increase production and woo more youth and…

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AGRA unveils new strategy to 2027

September 9, 2022 · 4 min read

Sustainably Growing Africa’s Food Systems Kigali: Friday September 9, 2022 – AGRA yesterday launched its new five-year strategy that helps governments tackle hunger and…

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2022 WAYA awards winners 

September 7, 2022 · 4 min read

  Women agripreneurs from the Gambia, Rwanda, Benin and Nigeria receive US85,000 in grants at the annual Women Agripreneur of the Year Awards 2022 …

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African Development Bank sponsor of African Green Revolution Forum (AGRF)

September 7, 2022 · 4 min read

The African Development Bank returns as a top-tier partner of the African Green Revolution Forum (AGRF) – Africa’s largest agriculture conference – taking place…

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New report calls for urgent action to cushion Africa’s food systems from shocks.

September 6, 2022 · 5 min read

KIGALI, Rwanda – September 6, 2022: The 2022 Africa Agriculture Status Report (AASR22) was launched today with a call for African governments to lead and…

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AGRF 2022 SUMMIT: Tanzania seeks multi-billion investments to grow edible oil, horticulture,  dairy, and blue economy subsectors

September 5, 2022 · 4 min read

By kilimokwanza.org correspondent  Tanzania Investment Centre (TIC) wants AGRF Summit 2022 delegates in Kigali (St 5-9) to be aware that Tanzania is one of…

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AGRF 2022 Summit: Tanzania promoting competitive, inclusive and sustainable investment in the agriculture sector,

September 5, 2022 · 2 min read

KilimoKwanza.org correspondent Tanzania is promoting competitive, inclusive and sustainable investment in the agriculture sector, according to the Acting Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Investment, Industry…

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AGRA and GAIN Sign Cooperation Agreement

September 5, 2022 · 2 min read

Kigali, 5th September 2022 – The heads of the African Green Revolution Alliance (AGRA) and the Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition (GAIN) today signed a…

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AGRF Summit: Tanzania promoting competitive, inclusive and sustainable investment in the agriculture sector

September 4, 2022 · 2 min read

KilimoKwanza.org correspondent Tanzania is promoting competitive, inclusive and sustainable investment in the agriculture sector, according to the Acting Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Investment, Industry…

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New John Deere Dealerships in Tanzania and Malawi to improve agriculture

August 30, 2022 · 2 min read

Tata International Africa is expanding its footprint as a trusted John Deere dealer in Tanzania and Malawi to support the fast-growing agricultural and construction…

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A Historic Leap in Soil Nutrient Mapping: Revolutionary 30m Resolution Soil Information System for Africa

August 6, 2022 · 3 min read

By Anthony.Muchoki@gmail.com An international team of researchers have created an innovative, high-resolution Soil Information System for the continent of Africa. The system allows for…

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Rukwa Farmers, Sama Kaya Saccos, among 9 microfinance institutions in TAMFI, Water.org plan for affordable lending for water, sanitation 

July 10, 2022 · 4 min read

Dar es Salaam, 25, July 2022 Tanzania Association of Microfinance Institutions (TAMFI) and Water.org have signed a Memorandum of Understanding with nine financial institutions…

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Syngenta, TARI ties focus on rice sector development in Tanzania

June 24, 2022 · 2 min read

In attempts to extend ties with TARI, a delegation from Syngenta and MW Rice Millers LTD led by Mr. Pete Vael, Head of the…

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Tanzania Boosts Blue Economy with New Fishing Port, Aiming to Strengthen National Income

June 12, 2022 · 3 min read

The Minister for Livestock and Fisheries, Hon. Mashimba Ndaki, has said that the upcoming construction of the fishing port in Kilwa District, Lindi Region,…

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Tanzania has put in place adequate plans and measures to increase rice production annually, set to reach a tipping point in 2030, with the ability to feed the region and beyond. 

June 2, 2022 · 7 min read

“The initiative enabled about 82,000 farmers to access loans to improve their rice activities. Over 310,000 MT of paddy was sold through structured markets,…

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SAGCOT 2021 Annual Report: Steering Tanzanian Agriculture Towards Resilience and Growth Amidst Global Challenges

April 7, 2022 · 3 min read

Dar es Salaam, Tanzania: In its 2021 Annual Report, the Southern Agricultural Growth Corridor of Tanzania (SAGCOT) has delineated a year of strategic perseverance,…

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AGRA 2030 agenda in Africa starts to take shape with the appointment of new board members

March 29, 2022 · 5 min read

Nairobi: MARCH 29, 2022 – AGRA (Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa) yesterday announced the appointment of six new members to its Board, bolstering…

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2022 Women Agripreneur of the Year awards

March 21, 2022 · 2 min read

Nairobi: March 21, 2022 – AGRA has begun accepting nominations for the 2022 Women Agripreneur of the Year Awards (WAYA), which recognizes female entrepreneurs excelling…