African Agriculture and Food Systems
*SAGCOT Soil Health Partnership By Anthony Muchoki A dynamic transformation is taking place in various regions of Tanzania, and the AGRA Country Manager Vianey Rweyendela acknowledges that the multifaceted implementation of GAIA by different partners is making a significant impact. He commends the collaborative efforts and diverse approaches taken by various partners involved in the […]
With Tanzania set to host the transformative Africa Food Systems 2023 Summit next week, Mr. Gerald Mweli, Permanent Secretary at the Ministry of Agriculture, is front and center in setting expectations sky-high for the event. Under his leadership, Tanzania’s agriculture stakeholders are gearing up for a summit that promises to be more than just another […]
*How TAMFI and Water.org are Democratizing Access to Clean Water and Sanitation in Tanzania Kilimokwanza.org team In the heart of Tanzania, where the equatorial sun hangs heavy in the sky and the path to the nearest water source is often fraught with difficulty, a revolution is quietly underway. Access to clean water and basic sanitation […]
DAR ES SALAAM, Tanzania, August 29, 2023 – In a significant step towards improving water accessibility and sanitation in Tanzania, the Tanzania Association of Microfinance Institutions (TAMFI) applauded the efforts of microfinance institutions for channelling financial resources to households and SMEs to procure essential water and sanitation equipment. “By extending financial assistance to over five […]
By Amath Pathe Sene Africa stands at a critical juncture in its history, as it faces the twin challenges of climate changeand food security. As global temperatures rise and weather patterns become increasinglyunpredictable, the continent’s agricultural systems are under threat, as they are forced to bearthe brunt of severe droughts, floods, and heat waves. Once […]
The recent announcement by Tanzania’s Minister of Livestock and Fisheries, Abdallah Ulega, represents a pivotal step toward what could be a paradigm shift in how countries approach food security, particularly in Africa. With a suite of multi-pronged strategies designed to boost food production and accelerate exports, Tanzania is positioning itself as a vanguard for change. […]
In Dar Es Salaam, an unprecedented gathering underscores the urgency and the opportunity facing East and Southern Africa (ESA) in rice cultivation. As Mr. Gerald Mweli, the Permanent Secretary of the Tanzanian Ministry of Agriculture, officiates the Rice Breeding Innovations (RBI) Partners’ Annual Meeting, it’s time to reflect on the magnitude of what lies ahead. […]
AGRA (formerly known as Alliance for Green Revolution) is pleased to announce an important update concerning our organization’s name change. This rebrand aligns with our new strategy, which will be our roadmap for future success for African farmers, centered around Sustainably Growing Africa’s Food Systems. For over 15 years, AGRA has been at the forefront […]
By Charles Mwangi A promising initiative to transform rice production across East and Southern Africa (ESA) kicked off on August 28, 2023, as Mr. Gerald Mweli, the Permanent Secretary of the Tanzanian Ministry of Agriculture, inaugurated the annual Rice Breeding Innovations (RBI) Partners’ Meeting. This three-day event gathers experts, scientists, and stakeholders from 11 nations […]
Dar es Salaam, August 27, 2023 – The water sector in Tanzania stands at the forefront of global achievement in results-based project implementation, as Water Minister Jumaa Aweso highlighted. Addressing regional leaders and administrative secretaries during a training workshop organized by the Office of the President, TAMISEMI, and the Leadership Institute, Minister Aweso revealed that […]