African Agriculture and Food Systems
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 […]
By Neema Munisi In Tanzania, agriculture is more than just an occupation—it’s our heritage, culture, and way of life—the recent announcement of the strategic collaboration between the Tanzania Association of Microfinance Institutions (TAMFI) and the Tanzania Renewable Energy Association (TAREA) holds profound implications. As an agribusiness consultant with deep roots in Tanzanian soil, I recognize […]
Amid the coastal breezes of Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania, the future of Africa’s agriculture was being deliberated and sculpted between September 5th to 8th. Over 5400 delegates, including policy makers, farmers, entrepreneurs, and academics, converged at the Africa Food Systems Forum 2023, underscoring the continent’s shared vision for a robust, sustainable, and inclusive agricultural future. […]
September 9, 2023, witnessed a groundbreaking event in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, as two trailblazing agripreneurs emerged victorious in the esteemed GoGettaz Agripreneur Prize Competition Finals, hosted at the Africa Food Systems Forum Summit 2023. The Youth Town Hall, presided over by Tanzania’s President Samia Suluhu Hassan, was a shining beacon highlighting Africa’s commitment to […]
In a clarion call for unity and action, the Africa Food Systems Forum 2023 concluded today, emphasizing the urgency of scaling existing solutions to transform the continent’s food systems. The Forum, marking its 13th year, saw an unparalleled gathering of more than 5400 delegates, which included five Heads of State, 30 Ministers, and representatives from […]
TANZANIA, 8th September 2023: The Africa Food Systems Forum 2023, a landmark event hosted by Tanzania under the leadership of President Samia Suluhu Hassan, came to a close today, signalling a bold step forward for Africa’s agricultural future. Spanning from 5th to 8th September, the forum primarily addressed the interconnectivity between food producers and consumers […]
Tanzania: “Africa has the potential to feed the world” – H.E Samia Suluhu Hassan On September 8, 2023, African leaders gathered in Dar es Salaam Tanzania for the Presidential Summit as part of the Africa Food Systems Forum 2023. The Forum which concludes this afternoon has drawn over 5000 delegates from across the globe to […]
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania – In a groundbreaking move, President Samia Suluhu Hassan has delineated a comprehensive vision aimed at revamping Tanzania’s agricultural marketing framework, at the AGRF SUMMIT. With the agriculture sector being a linchpin of Tanzania’s economy and a primary source of livelihood for a vast majority of its citizens, the importance of […]
Dar es Salaam, September 7, 2023 In a groundbreaking discussion held in Dar es Salaam, agricultural experts and stakeholders have urged the Tanzanian government to intensify the use of limestone in agriculture. This recommendation, made at a sideline event of the ongoing AGRF forum, is aimed at combating soil acidity issues that have been affecting […]
DAR ES SALAAM, Sept. 7, 2023 – Speaking at the ongoing Africa Food Systems 2023 Summit in Dar es Salaam today, President Samia Suluhu Hassan of Tanzania outlined measures the government has taken to link farmers with both domestic and international markets. Addressing the challenges farmers face in accessing markets, President Hassan noted, “It’s true […]