African Agriculture and Food Systems
ASAS Group Achieves Major Milestone with Launch of Locally Produced Powdered Milk Iringa, Tanzania – April 2025 In a groundbreaking development for Tanzania’s dairy industry, ASAS Group has…
The Government of Tanzania has announced a bold and unprecedented trade measure against Malawi and South Africa in response to prolonged market access restrictions faced by Tanzanian agricultural…
Once a relatively overlooked fruit in Tanzania’s agricultural basket, the avocado has risen to become a leading export commodity, reshaping the country’s economic landscape, empowering smallholder farmers, and…
Ilula, Kilolo – April 16, 2025 With just over a month to go before the Kilolo Trade and Investment Expo 2025, Kilolo District Commissioner Hon. Rebecca Nsemwa is…
By Special Correspondent In the cool, mist-shrouded uplands of Njombe and Iringa, a quiet agricultural revolution has rewritten the economic destiny of thousands of smallholder farmers. A decade…
Dar es Salaam, April 13, 2025 – In the heart of Tanzania’s bustling financial sector, a new institution has emerged with a promise to reshape banking for the…
Dodoma, Tanzania – On April 27-28, 2025, the Jakaya Kikwete Convention Center (JKCC) in Dodoma will host a historic event marking the official launch of the Co-operative Bank…
In the heart of Makueni County, mango farming has transcended beyond mere agriculture—it has become a lifeline transforming the region’s economic landscape and significantly elevating the livelihoods of…
Date and Location: May 21-25, 2025, at the FDC Ilula grounds in Kilolo. The Kilolo Trade and Investments Expo 2025 is set to open its doors from May…
The report by Kilimokwanza.org team, “Regional GDP per Capita in Tanzania: An Analysis of Economic Performance and the Leadership of the SAGCOT Corridor” undertakes a thorough analysis of…
Kilimokwaza.org I. Executive Summary The avocado sector in Kenya has emerged as a significant contributor to the national economy, demonstrating substantial growth and potential for further expansion. This…
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania – March 22, 2025 In a landmark move to reshape the future of water security in Tanzania, President Dr. Samia Suluhu Hassan has officially…
By Kilimokwanza.org Team | March 2025 In the highlands of Tanzania, where the air is crisp and fertile lands sprawl across mountainous elevations, an agricultural transformation is quietly…
By Juma Msafiri Mr. Wilfred Mushobozi has emerged as a transformative figure in Tanzanian agriculture, particularly within the Arusha region, where his leadership continues to inspire change. As…
Kilimokwanza.org Reporter Tanzania is making strides in soybean production, yet the industry remains an untapped goldmine with immense potential. In 2023, the country exported $92.7 million of soybeans,…
Public-Private Dialogue in Iringa Charts Path for Investment in Agriculture Logistics 📍 Sunset Hotel, Iringa – 14th March 2025 To enhance Tanzania’s position as a leading horticulture producer in…
Potato farming is a cornerstone of Kenya’s agricultural sector, serving as both a staple food and a significant source of income for millions of smallholder farmers. As the…
March 9, 2025 | Online (ClubHouse & YouTube) Agribusiness East Africa, in collaboration with key stakeholders such as AMAGRO, COPRA, TOSCI, SAGCOT, TAHA, Diligent Consulting Ltd, Holly Green…
Date Issued: March 8, 2025Source: Tanzania Meteorological Authority (TMA) Summary: The Tanzania Meteorological Authority (TMA) has issued a severe weather advisory for multiple regions across Tanzania, warning of…
East Africa is currently facing a severe drought, with drier-than-usual conditions expected to persist between January and March 2025. This follows a period of mixed rainfall patterns from…
KILIMOKWANZA.ORG TEAM A quiet yet powerful transformation is unfolding in the heart of Kenya’s rural landscape. Young farmers across counties from Nyandarua to Kisumu are defying outdated agricultural…
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania – In a heartfelt message to the people of Tanzania, Geoffrey Kirenga, CEO of the Southern Agricultural Growth Corridor of Tanzania (SAGCOT), has emphasized…
Dar es Salaam, March 5, 2025 – The Southern Agricultural Growth Corridor of Tanzania (SAGCOT), evolving into the Agricultural Growth Corridors of Tanzania (AGCOT), has entered into a…
Iringa, Tanzania – In a bold step toward modernizing agriculture and food processing, young farmers and processors in Iringa have been urged to adopt advanced techniques that enhance…