Kilimo Kwanza
African Agriculture and Food Systems
How Ipumpila’s Maize Farmers are Sowing the Seeds of Sustainable Development
Nestled in the verdant expanses of Momba District, within the Mbeya Region, the Ipumpila Maize Farmers Cooperative Society (IMPAFCO) is breaking the mold of traditional farming with a resolute chant of “Kilimo Kwanza” – agriculture first. From the thrust of struggle against exploitation to the pinnacle of over 1,000 tons of maize per annum, IMPAFCO’s […]
Tanzania Agro-Industries Development Flagship
Programme Document August 2020
Only 15% of countries in Paris Climate Agreement commit to action on soil carbon in NDCs, new analysis finds
Tanzanian Government Initiates Nationwide Soil Health Assessment
The Tanzanian government has launched a nationwide soil health assessment project implemented by OCP Company on its behalf. Initially, the project will be executed in four regions: Morogoro, Rukwa, Mbeya, and Iringa. The government’s goal is to prepare a unique map highlighting areas where various crops can thrive and the amount of fertilizer required. This […]
Elizabeth Christopher Swai: Pioneering Poultry Farming in Tanzania Against All Odds
By KilimoKwanza.org Dar es Salaam, Tanzania Behind thriving AKM Glitters Company Limited is Elizabeth Christopher Swai, a woman whose journey is nothing short of inspirational. Elizabeth’s story begins with a bold decision that stunned many — resigning from a secure job to pursue her passion in the poultry business. It was a move that cost […]
Climate Bonds Launches Green Criteria for Agriculture Investments: Now Including Livestock
Agri-Criteria continues further expansion of green definitions under Climate Bonds Standard The complete Agriculture Criteria of the Climate Bonds Standard has been formally launched today, marking a major turning point in best practice for climate-aligned and climate-resilient investments in agriculture. Developed for potential green bond issuers and investors, the new Agriculture Criteria defines and evaluates agriculture projects by […]
In the Face of Mounting Food Security Challenges, Ethiopia Calls for Global Cooperation at the 42nd FAO Conference.
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia – Ethiopia is urging for collaborative solutions to global hunger and malnutrition at the 42nd Session of the FAO Conference. Representing His Excellency Omer Hussein, the country’s Minister for Agriculture, Mr. Efa Muleta Boru, Advisor to the Minister, delivered a robust speech highlighting the severity of the current food security crisis and […]
TURN TO SUNFLOWER FARMING FOR FAST RETURNS, SAYS PRIME MINISTER MAJALIWA TO FARMERS
The Prime Minister of the United Republic of Tanzania, Hon. Kassim Majaliwa Majaliwa, on the afternoon of June 13, 2021, urged sunflower farmers in the sunflower-growing regions to focus on farming this crop as they can reap significant profits in a short period due to high local and international demand. Prime Minister Kassim Majaliwa Majaliwa […]
TANZANIA’S AGRICULTURE MINISTRY PREPARES LIME-USE GUIDELINES TO COUNTER SOIL ACIDITY
In a pioneering move for Tanzania’s agricultural industry, the Ministry of Agriculture has announced the creation of comprehensive lime-use guidelines for extension officers. The aim is to provide essential training for farmers on the correct application of lime, a method known to reduce soil acidity and improve overall soil health. The move comes amid escalating […]