African Agriculture and Food Systems
Dodoma, 20 September 2023 – In a significant step to enhance Tanzania’s position as an investment destination, President Samia Suluhu Hassan announced the impending launch of the “Tanzania Electronic Investment Window.” This integrated electronic system aims to provide investors a seamless experience by consolidating services from 12 government institutions. Speaking after the inauguration of the […]
Veterinary Services Meet Economic Development ARUSHA, TANZANIA – 31st October 2023 is the deadline for the Tanzania Veterinary Association (TVA) call for papers for the upcoming 41st TVA International Scientific Conference slated for 13th to 15th December 2023. The gathering will be held at the Arusha International Conference Centre (AICC), a venue renowned for its […]
For Kilimokwanza.org The World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH) recently released its Seventh Annual Report on Antimicrobial Agents Intended for Use in Animals, shedding light on global trends, practices, and potential threats associated with the use of antimicrobials in the animal sector. The findings are not just crucial for the veterinary world, but they have […]
Kilimokwanza.org team Tanzanian President Dr. Samia Suluhu Hassan’s southern tour, brimming with initiatives and projects, is not just a testament to what has been achieved but also a blueprint for what lies ahead in the developmental journey of Tanzania. The citizens of Mtwara and Lindi, like many Tanzanians, find ample reasons to rally behind their […]
Seven Years to Save the World: Dr. Agnes Kalibata on the Role of Food Systems in Achieving SDGs By Anthony Muchoki As global leaders gather at the United Nations General Assembly, conversations about the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) come to the forefront. One voice that resonates powerfully is that of Dr. Agnes Kalibata, President of […]
The recently released Africa Agricultural Status Report (AASR) for 2023, unveiled at the Africa Food Systems Forum in Tanzania, is nothing short of a milestone document for everyone concerned with the future of Africa’s agriculture and food security. With the continent grappling with systemic challenges, from outdated farming practices to poor infrastructure and limited financing, […]
The State and Future of Africa’s Food Systems A conversation with Dr. John M. Ulimwengu, a Senior Research Fellow at the International Food Policy Research Institute’s (IFPRI) Development Strategies and Governance Unit. John is currently working on mapping food systems in selected African countries. His research interests include poverty dynamics, agricultural productivity, and rural development. […]
Address by Honorable Abdallah Hamisi Ulega, Minister of Livestock and Fisheries, to Her Excellency Dr. Samia Suluhu Hassan, President of the United Republic of Tanzania, distinguished leaders, and the residents of Kilwa. This address follows the momentous occasion of laying the foundation stone for the Kilwa Masoko Fishing Port Project and the distribution of cutting-edge […]
Address by Her Excellency Dr. Samia Suluhu Hassan, President of the United Republic of Tanzania, following the ceremonial laying of the foundation stone for the Kilwa Masoko Fishing Port Project and the distribution of state-of-the-art boats to our dedicated fishermen on September 19, 2023. Translated from Kiswahili by Kilimokwanza.org team. First of all, I join […]
In an urgent call to bolster Africa’s food production and security, Kenyan President William Samoei Ruto, US Secretary of the Treasury Janet Yellen, and several other leaders convened at the World Economic Forum’s Sustainable Development Impact Summit 2023 on Monday. The leaders underscored the necessity of revitalizing value chains across the continent to rectify the […]