African Agriculture and Food Systems
By Juma Msafiri Tanzania stands on the threshold of a transformative national journey — one that demands courage, clarity, and collective vision. The Southern Agricultural Growth Corridor of Tanzania (SAGCOT), a trailblazing initiative that sought to unlock the country’s agricultural potential, now hands over the baton to a broader, bolder vision: the Agricultural Growth Corridors […]
Kilimokwanza.org Team Executive Summary Agricultural lime (aglime) presents a transformative opportunity for Tanzanian agriculture, a sector grappling with widespread soil acidity that significantly curtails crop productivity and national food security. Extensive geological resources of limestone and dolomite, the raw materials for aglime, are distributed across the country, offering substantial potential for local production. Currently, dedicated […]
Arusha In the semi-arid heartlands of Africa, where climate unpredictability has long hindered food security and productivity, a little-known legume is emerging as a game-changer: Dolichos Lablab, commonly known as Lablab bean. With roots deeply embedded in African soil and promise that extends far into the future, Lablab is being reintroduced and repositioned as a […]
Special Commentary on Agricultural Transformation in Tanzania In a groundbreaking development for Tanzania’s agricultural sector, small-scale rice farmers from Rujewa Ward in Mbalali District, Mbeya Region, have secured a sustainable and reliable market for their rice in the United Kingdom. This achievement reflects a paradigm shift in Tanzania’s approach to agricultural commercialization—moving from pilot initiatives […]
Amb – Prof Bitange Ndemo Kenya’s Ambassador to Belgium & EU | Professor of Entrepreneurship | Technocrat | Columnist May 10, 2025 Kenya, a country renowned for its abundant mango production, paradoxically remains a net importer of mango juice from countries such as Egypt, South Africa, and Saudi Arabia. This surprising disconnect highlights a fundamental […]
Nairobi, Kenya – May 7, 2025 – Listed agribusiness firm Sasini Plc has released its unaudited financial results for the six-month period ended March 31, 2025, revealing a complex blend of operational challenges, strategic investment adjustments, and a cautious outlook for the remainder of the year. 📉 Revenue Declines Despite Strategic Investment Gains Sasini’s group […]
Kilolo, Iringa – May 6, 2025 Preparations are in full swing for the Kilolo Trade and Investment Expo 2025, a landmark event set to take place from 21st to 25th May 2025 at the FDC Ilula Grounds in Kilolo, Iringa Region. With just 16 days to go, the countdown has begun for what is expected […]
Dodoma, Tanzania – May, 05 2025 Tanzania has joined six other African nations in implementing a transformative initiative to build resilient food systems and strengthen climate-smart agriculture for smallholder farmers. The programme, known as RE-GAIN (Resilient Gains in Agriculture and Innovation Nexus), was officially launched at the Morena Hotel in Dodoma, marking the start of […]
In a world where economic disparities continue widening, agriculture is a powerful force for uplifting the most vulnerable communities. Geoffrey Kirenga, CEO of the Agricultural Growth Corridors of Tanzania (AGCOT) Centre, recently issued a compelling message on X (formerly Twitter):“40% of the world depends on farming for income. Growth in agriculture lifts the poorest 2–4x […]