Kilimo Kwanza
African Agriculture and Food Systems
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Kilolo Trade and Investments Expo 2025: Catalyzing Agricultural Transformation and Economic Growth in Tanzania’s Southern Highlands
By Special Correspondent In May 2025, the rolling hills of Kilolo District in Iringa Region came alive with the energy of entrepreneurs, farmers, financiers, and visionaries. The inaugural…
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Tanzania VP Urges Global Unity and Private Sector Inclusion in Fight Against Hunger
Brasilia, Brazil | 23 May 2025 – The Vice President of the United Republic of Tanzania, H.E. Dr. Philip Mpango, has urged nations to work together in the…
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Carrying the Flag from Kiwele to the World: The Rise of EatFresh and Tanzania’s Agripreneurial Power
Hadija Jabiri’s Mission to Brand Tanzania Globally In the ever-evolving landscape of Tanzania’s agriculture sector, transformative conversations often spark the greatest change. Recently, Tullah Mloge from AGCOT Centre…
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Tanzania’s Livestock and Fisheries Ministry Targets Growth and Modernization in Ambitious 2025/2026 Budget
Dodoma, Tanzania – The Ministry of Livestock and Fisheries, under the leadership of Minister Hon. Dr. Ashatu Kachwamba Kijaji (MP), presented its financial blueprint for the 2025/2026 fiscal…
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Kenya’s Cotton: A New Ginnery Ignites Hope on the Coast
Mpeketoni, Lamu County In a quiet corner of Kenya’s coastal region, the seeds of economic transformation are being sown—literally. On April 30, dignitaries, government officials, and industry leaders…
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Tanzania’s Ministry of Agriculture Charts Ambitious Path for 2025/2026, Building on Recent Successes
Dodoma, Tanzania – The Tanzanian Ministry of Agriculture, under the leadership of Minister Hussein Mohamed Bashe, has presented an ambitious budget and plan for the 2025/2026 fiscal year,…
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Tanzania Launches Nationwide Agricultural Growth Corridors, Marking Major Shift in National Farming Strategy
DODOMA, TANZANIA | May 2025 — In a landmark move set to redefine the country’s agricultural landscape, Tanzania has officially launched four national Agricultural Growth Corridors (AGCOT) ,…
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Tanzania’s Hidden Bounty: Minister Criticizes Apple Imports, Urges Support for Local Produce
DAR ES SALAAM, Tanzania – Tanzanians continue to import apples unnecessarily, despite the country having ideal conditions for growing them locally, said Hon. Dr. Damas Ndumbaro—Member of Parliament…
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Tanzania Rises as a Beacon of Beekeeping Excellence Ahead of World Bee Day 2025
By Elizabeth Shumbusho Tanzania is buzzing with anticipation as it prepares to host World Bee Day 2025 , a vibrant celebration of nature, innovation, and sustainability in the…
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Tanzania Accelerates Land Use Planning for Over 300 Strategic Villages Nationwide
Lushoto: The National Land Use Planning Commission (NLUPC) has launched an ambitious initiative to develop Village Land Use Plans (VLUPs) for 333 villages across 14 regions in Tanzania.…
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Tanzania Launches Nationwide Livestock Vaccination Drive to Combat 13 Diseases and Unlock Global Markets
The Tanzanian government is set to launch a comprehensive nationwide livestock vaccination campaign next month, targeting 13 endemic animal diseases in a strategic move to improve animal health,…
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Tanzania Cracks Down on Avocado Trade Abuse – To Register Buyers and Agents Nationwide
Dodoma In a decisive move to protect smallholder avocado farmers from exploitation, the Tanzanian government has announced a mandatory registration system for avocado buyers and their agents ,…
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Hon. Rosemary Senyamule,: Over Sh11 Billion Disbursed to Vulnerable Households in Dodoma Under TASAF
DODOMA The Tanzania Social Action Fund (TASAF) has disbursed over Sh11.1 billion to vulnerable households in Dodoma Region during the 2024/2025 financial year, marking significant progress in the…
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AGRA Commits to Strengthening Tanzania’s Seed Systems to Drive Agricultural Growth and Food Security
DODOMA AGRA has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting Tanzania’s agricultural transformation by strengthening seed systems to boost food production and enhance resilience in the sector. At a recent…
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Seeds of Prosperity Planted in Kyela: Cocoa Farmers Gain Skills to Cultivate a Brighter Future
Mbeya In a stride towards agricultural empowerment, cocoa farmers in the verdant Kyela District of Tanzania’s Mbeya Region have concluded an impactful four-day training program. This initiative, spearheaded…
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Commercial Farming in Nyandarua County, Kenya: Unlocking a County’s Agricultural Promise
By Charles Mwangi Nyandarua County, nestled in the central highlands of Kenya, is undergoing a profound agricultural awakening. While it has long been known for its lush landscapes…
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MazaoHub Celebrates Strategic Growth with AGCOT Centre: A Journey Guided by Vision and Wisdom
By Kilimokwanza.org In the ever-evolving landscape of agricultural transformation in Tanzania, few partnerships exemplify purpose and passion quite like the one between MazaoHub Precision Agriculture and the AGCOT…
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Dodoma Goes Apple: Region Bets on Fruit to Boost Economy
RC Champions Apple Initiative as Key to Economic EmpowermentDodoma Regional Commissioner Rosemary S. Senyamule is spearheading a bold initiative to cultivate apples as a strategic crop, aiming to…
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AGCOT: Making Farming Attractive, One Harvest at a Time
Field Day Celebration in Lusinga, Kilolo – A New Chapter for Potato Farming in Tanzania Lusinga Village, Dabaga Ward – May 13, 2025 The air was filled with…
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Rediscovering Health in Heritage: How Traditional Diets in Kilimanjaro Offer a Cure for Modern Diseases
By Juma Msafiri A quiet revolution is stirring in the cool, misty slopes of Mount Kilimanjaro, where the Chagga people have lived for generations. It doesn’t involve modern…
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Kenya Transforming Agriculture for Economic Empowerment and Food Security: Grand Promises, Grim Realities
By Cege Wa Mahiga This morning, Principal Secretary for Agriculture, Dr. Kipronoh Ronoh Paul, CBS, joined Deputy President Prof. Kithure Kindiki at his Karen residence for yet another…
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Tanzania Boosts Agricultural Transformation: Minister Bashe Hands Over Vehicles and Water Drilling Rigs Worth TZS 4.2 Billion
By A Correspondent Dodoma, May 12, 2025 – In a bold step to fast-track Tanzania’s Agenda 10/30 and enhance service delivery across the agriculture sector, the Minister for…
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Tanzania’s Food Systems Transformation: AGRA Calls for Investment Blueprint to Guide Agricultural Growth Corridors
Dodoma, Tanzania – As Tanzania accelerates its national vision to become Africa’s leading green agribusiness hub, the Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa (AGRA) has announced a…