August 9, 2023
by Africa Kilimo
Nane Nene Agricultural Fair, Rujewa District, Tanzania In a resounding display of commitment and visionary leadership, President Samia Suluhu Hassan of Tanzania has launched a groundbreaking series of agricultural initiatives aimed at revolutionizing the country’s farming sector. The multifaceted project, unveiled at the Nane Nene Agricultural Fair in Rujewa District, transforms Tanzania’s agricultural landscape, ensuring […]
August 9, 2023
by Kilimokwanza Africa
MBEYA, Tanzania – In a grand finale, President Samia Suluhu Hassan brought the curtains down on the National Farmers, Herders, and Fishermen Exhibition, popularly known as “Nanenane,” which had taken center stage in the vibrant city of Mbeya. The highly anticipated eight-day event, which kicked off on August 1, 2023, reached its zenith on August […]
August 9, 2023
by Africa Kilimo
Initiatives to Promote Rice Production in Bagamoyo: IRRI’s Dynamic Approach By Anthony Muchoki and Enock Kyando In the coastal heartland of Tanzania, the verdant plains of Bagamoyo unfold in a spectacle of several rice paddy fields, a tribute to an age-old tradition sustained by the resilience of its people and the generous fecundity of its […]
August 9, 2023
by Kilimokwanza Africa
Determined to invigorate Tanzania’s private sector, the Tanzania Private Sector Foundation (TPSF) has unveiled its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO), John Ulanga. Renowned for his seasoned expertise as an economist and accomplished business leader, Ulanga steps into this pivotal role, succeeding Raphael Maganga, who adeptly led the foundation since 2017. Ulanga’s illustrious career has been […]
August 9, 2023
by Africa Kilimo
In a bold move to safeguard Kenya’s vital rice industry, Kenya has unveiled a groundbreaking pilot control operation targeting the invasive apple snail population. The initiative was inaugurated at the Mwea Rice Scheme in Kirinyaga County by Permanent Secretary Kello Harsama, head of the State Department for Crop Development within the Ministry of Agriculture and […]
August 9, 2023
by Africa Kilimo
By Anthony Muchoki He is humble yet carries a professional pedigree that reverberates in global climate change and agricultural leadership corridors. Meet Mr. Amath Pathé Sene, the Managing Director of Africa Food Systems Forum (AGRF), headquartered in Kigali, Rwanda. In his own words, AGRF’s work reflects a vision that he deeply cares about fostering sustainable […]
August 9, 2023
by Africa Kilimo
The Minister of Agriculture, Hussein Bashe, has illuminated the remarkable strides made by the Youth Initiative For Agribusiness (BBT-YIA), an ambitious government initiative designed to empower Tanzanian youth in agriculture. This visionary program, encompassing land allocation, integrated farming systems, and substantial financial support, aims to cultivate a new generation of agribusiness entrepreneurs and pave the […]
August 9, 2023
by Africa Kilimo
At the Nane Nane Exhibition, the Minister of Agriculture Hussein Bashe announced that the Government of Tanzania had taken significant steps to enhance agricultural productivity and ensure sustainable water access. These initiatives include: These collaborative efforts between the government, TFC, and Cooperative Societies are set to rejuvenate agricultural practices nationwide, enhancing farmers’ productivity and prosperity. […]
August 9, 2023
by Kilimo Tanzania
Mbeya, Tanzania – President of the United Republic of Tanzania, H.E. Dr. Samia Suluhu Hassan, expressed her satisfaction with cooperative societies that bring happiness to farmers and refrain from exploiting them. Addressing the culmination of the International Agricultural Exhibition, Nane Nane, in Mbeya on August 8, 2023, President Samia highlighted her preference for cooperative societies […]
August 9, 2023
by Africa Kilimo
Mbeya, Tanzania – The Government’s initiative to provide fertilizer subsidies to farmers has yielded positive outcomes, driving a notable increase in agricultural crop production across the country. This encouraging revelation was emphasized by the Minister of Agriculture, Hon. Hussein Bashe (MP), during the address welcoming the President of the United Republic of Tanzania, H.E. Dr. […]