June 17, 2023
by Africa Kilimo
Dodoma, Tanzania – The Dodoma Regional Commissioner, Rosemary Senyamule, has made a significant announcement regarding an ambitious infrastructure project in the region. The Tanzanian Government, she revealed, has set aside TZS 27.9 billion for the construction of the Msagali Dam, a project that is expected to dramatically enhance commercial farming activities in Ng’ambi and Chunyu […]
June 17, 2023
by Africa Kilimo
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania – June 17, 2023 – Tanzania’s Minister of Agriculture, Hussein M Bashe, provided an update on the nation’s tobacco market for the 2022/2023 agricultural season up to the week ending June 11, 2023. In a series of tweets, Minister Bashe shared detailed figures of the quantities of tobacco purchased by various […]
June 17, 2023
by Kenya News
Mogotio, Baringo County – June 15, 2023 – Honorable Mithika Linturi, Kenya’s Minister of Agriculture, announced the launch of a significant program to bolster food and nutrition security in the Horn of Africa. The Program to Build Resilience For Food and Nutrition Security (BREFONS) was launched at Mr. William Kimosop’s farm in Mogotio, a part […]
June 14, 2023
by Kilimokwanza Africa
AfricaNenda’s Efforts to Drive Inclusive Digital Financial Services in Africa Gain Momentum Nairobi– AfricaNenda, an African-led institution dedicated to expanding inclusive digital financial services across the continent, emphasizes the urgent need to accelerate instant payment systems in Africa. With over 350 million unbanked adults in Africa, the majority of whom rely on cash or informal […]
June 14, 2023
by Kilimokwanza Africa
By Assan Ng’ombe, Juliette Lampoh-Agroh and Bashiru Musah, June 2023 As we reflect on the recent World Environment Day commemorations held on June 5, 2023, we highlight the pivotal role of smallholder agriculture in Ghana’s socio-economic fabric. It is the largest employer in the country, accounting for over 50% of the workforce. It is also […]
June 14, 2023
by Linnet Muchoki
OUAGADOUGOU, – Under the banner of ‘Sustainably Growing Africa’s Food Systems,’ the Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa (AGRA) formally unveiled its ambitious Strategic Plan for 2023-2027 in Burkina Faso on Tuesday, heralding a transformative blueprint for the future of agricultural development in the country. The plan was disclosed during a ceremonial event overseen […]
June 13, 2023
by Africa Kilimo
Tanzania’s smallholder farmers are poised for a massive boost in productivity thanks to a $2 million partial credit guarantee and a $528,600 grant provided by the African Development Bank (AfDB). The funding is designed to facilitate greater access to fertilizer for over half a million Tanzanian farmers, in a bid to bolster the nation’s agricultural […]
June 12, 2023
by Kilimo Tanzania
In a significant move to promote local industries and reduce reliance on imports, Taven Industries Company Limited, a clothing manufacturer, has unveiled plans to boost domestic production of various goods in Tanzania. The CEO, Dr. Gustavus Deusdedith, announced this initiative, emphasizing the company’s commitment to supporting the efforts of the Sixth Phase Government under President […]
June 9, 2023
by Kilimo Tanzania
Kilimokwanza.org – The Cereals and Other Produce Board of Tanzania (CPB) has taken a significant step towards achieving food security and uplifting farmers’ livelihoods by dedicating Sh100 billion (US$ 42.4M) to procure strategic cereal crops from farmers nationwide. During his visit to CPB projects in the Lake Zone, Mr. Kapenjama Ndile, the board director, shared […]
June 8, 2023
by Africa Kilimo
As Tanzania propels itself towards the robust goals in the National Rice Development Strategy II (NRDSII 2018-2030), the nation grapples with a significant roadblock – the dire need for high-quality, climate-resilient rice seeds. The answer lies in the active partnership between Tanzania and a trusted ally, the International Rice Research Institute (IRRI), poised to rejuvenate […]