African Agriculture and Food Systems
The Africa Food Systems Forum 2023 recently witnessed a consensus among Agricultural Ministers from various African nations: a pressing need to empower women and youth in reshaping the agricultural landscape. Identified as the backbone of the future labor force, these groups have been chosen for prime focus, with plans to design opportunities tailored for them. […]
Pelkins Ajanoh from Cameroon Business: CassVitaPelkins Ajanoh, the dynamic CEO and co-founder of CassVita, is catalyzing change in Cameroon by extending the shelf-life of cassava, a climate-resilient root, from 3 days to a commendable 18 months. This forward-thinking venture is paving the way for rural farmers to derive more value from their crops, fostering food […]
When Hon Abdallah Hamis Ulega, Minister of Livestock and Fisheries, beckoned the world to behold Tanzania’s vast treasures beyond its shimmering coastline and wildlife spectacles, he unveiled a compelling narrative of a nation ready to leapfrog into an era of sustainable prosperity. The transformative blueprint, which converges around the Livestock and Fisheries sectors, presents a […]
By Hon Abdallah Hamis Ulega, Minister of Livestock and Fisheries, Tanzania Hello to our industry friends and everyone reading this in Tanzania and the world. Do you know the feeling when you spot a goldmine waiting to be explored? That is where we are right now with our Livestock and fisheries – our very own […]
Kilimokwanza.org In the vast mosaic of Africa’s developmental narrative, agriculture has long held a revered place. It is the cradle from which our ancestors drew sustenance, the legacy we aim to pass to our descendants. Today, this legacy stands at a crossroads. The recently concluded Africa Food Systems Forum 2023 in Tanzania has illuminated the […]
Amid the sweeping savannahs and bustling marketplaces of Africa, a new narrative is emerging. The recently concluded Africa Food Systems Forum 2023 laid the foundation for a future where tradition meets innovation, and where the youth and women stand at the forefront of an agricultural transformation. Empowering Tomorrow’s Agri-Leaders While the forum discussed extensive topics […]
Smallholder Farmers at the Forefront: Empowerment and Technology Take Center Stage at AFRICA FOOD SYSTEMS FORUM 2023 Tanzania, September 9, 2023 – Amidst the grandeur of discussions on large investments and top-tier collaborations at the Africa Food Systems Forum 2023, there echoed a persistent theme: the empowerment and technological upliftment of smallholder farmers. The Lifeline […]
Investment, Innovation, and Inclusivity: The Pillars of Transformation at the Africa Food Systems Forum 2023 by Anthony Muchoki The picturesque city of Dar es Salaam September 4 to 8, 2023 became came the epicenter of transformative dialogues, where innovation met tradition at the just-concluded Africa Food Systems Forum 2023. Hosted by Tanzania and presided over […]
Tanzania, September 10, 2023 – In the midst of global discussions on sustainability, climate change, and resilient food systems, the Africa Food Systems Forum 2023 emerged as a beacon, charting the path for a sustainable agricultural future for the continent. Reimagining Distribution Networks One of the standout dialogues during the forum centered around the nexus […]