African Agriculture and Food Systems
In a significant move to boost Tanzania’s agricultural sector, President Samia Suluhu Hassan inaugurated the Fertilizer Subsidy Program. He unveiled plans for an innovative Agriculture Innovation Center at the annual Nanenane Exhibition in the Mbeya region. Addressing the gathering at the exhibition, Hussein Bashe, the Minister of Agriculture, revealed the details of the newly introduced […]
Mbeya, Tanzania — In a groundbreaking move to revolutionize agriculture and uplift low-income farmers, the Tanzanian government has unveiled an ambitious plan to drill wells across all 184 councils in the country. Spearheaded by the National Irrigation Commission, this initiative is poised to reshape the lives of 27,600 farmers by providing them with essential resources […]
In a major development that promises to reshape Kenya’s agricultural landscape, President Ruto has unveiled a groundbreaking plan to provide farmers with more affordable loans. Addressing a spirited crowd at a rally in Nakuru, Ruto announced an allocation of 10 billion shillings to bolster the Agricultural Finance Corporation (AFC), paving the way for significantly reduced […]
Tanzania is set to make a resounding mark on the global stage as it ramps up efforts to attract substantial investment in its burgeoning livestock and fishery sectors. The spotlight now falls on the eagerly anticipated Africa’s Food Systems Forum (AGRF), a paramount occasion poised to harness the collective wisdom of luminaries, visionaries, and stakeholders […]
In a resounding call for unity and progress, Minister for Livestock and Fisheries Abdallah Ulega, has extended a fervent invitation to industry players, urging them to actively engage in Africa’s Food Systems Forum scheduled for this September in the vibrant city of Dar es Salaam. The event has garnered significant attention as Minister Ulega orchestrates […]
Kilimokwanza.org recently had the privilege of engaging in a rich conversation with Mr. Boaz Blackie Keizire, the distinguished Head of the Africa Food Prize Secretariat. In this insightful discussion, Mr. Keizire shared his perspectives on a wide range of topics centered around the Africa Food Prize’s role in elevating the heroes of African agriculture, its […]
Africa, a continent with unmatched potential, is at a pivotal juncture. With vast tracts of arable land, a young and energetic workforce, and the fervor to make a change, the continent is set to rewrite its own narrative in agriculture and food systems. As Mr. Amath Pathé Sene, the Managing Director of the Africa Food […]
Kilimokwanza.org team What can be achieved in two years for the national good? SAGCOT technocrats, in collaboration with a broad network of partners, are committed to bridging the gap in soybean production – elevating it from 20,000 to over 50,000 tonnes – to satisfy domestic demands. As 2023 draws to a close, the horizon of […]
Kigali, Rwanda -“Agriculture is a critical driver of Africa’s economic growth. But we have not yet unlocked its full potential,” in a powerful address at the graduation ceremony of the Rwanda Institute of Conservation Agriculture (RICA), President Paul Kagame has said. He issued a rallying cry to the nation’s young graduates, urging them to harness […]
Tanzania’s National Irrigation Commission (NIRC) will start harnessing water resources from Lakes Victoria, Tanganyika, and Nyasa for agricultural irrigation. President Samia highlighted this initiative during the culmination of the Farmers’ Day (Nanenane) celebrations, urging the Ministry of Agriculture to explore the use of lake water to enable farmers to achieve two harvests annually. President Samia […]