African Agriculture and Food Systems
Baku, Azerbaijan — Vice President of Tanzania, Dr. Philip Mpango, met with Prof. Patrick Verkooijen, the CEO of the Global Center on Adaptation (GCA), for strategic discussions aimed…
November 6, 2024 – Dar es Salaam, Tanzania In a landmark event, the Deputy Permanent Secretary of Tanzania’s Ministry of Agriculture (Cooperatives and Irrigation), Suleiman Serera, officially launched…
Juma Msafiri Tanzania’s bustling streets and vibrant markets are home to a rich array of street foods, each one reflecting the country’s unique blend of cultural influences and…
By Juma Msafiri East Africa is rich in culinary diversity, and Tanzanian cuisine is no exception. Among the many beloved dishes, one stands out as a true crowd-pleaser:…
Kilimokwanza.org Team Common beans are fundamental to Tanzania’s agricultural landscape, contributing immensely to food security, nutrition, and economic stability for approximately 5.8 million rural households. As Africa’s top…
Tanzania has long been recognized for its diverse agricultural output, but its rising prominence as a global bean producer is remarkable. Despite the average bean plot being just…
The ACCELERATE Project – A Seed of Hope for Tanzanian FarmersIn a groundbreaking effort to address the challenges of climate change and low crop productivity, the Tanzania Agricultural…
Kilimnokwanza.org Team Are you ready to take your taste buds on an unforgettable journey? At Mkami Spices Co. Ltd , we bring you the bold and authentic flavors…
Arusha, Tanzania – October 29, 2024 The 28th Annual Research Workshop, hosted by REPOA at the East African Community Headquarters, brought together industry leaders, policymakers, and experts to…
Coconuts, with their rich white flesh, hard shell, and nutritious juice, thrive in tropical regions and serve multiple purposes beyond what many realize. This versatile fruit has become…
Dodoma, Tanzania – October 26, 2024: Norwegian Ambassador to Tanzania, H.E. Tone Tinnes, underscored Tanzania’s unique opportunity to harness its mineral wealth for sustainable development at a climate…
In the fertile Kilombero Valley, Praxeda Melkior’s journey from aspiring farmer to successful CEO reveals a blueprint for transforming Tanzania’s massive youth population into an agricultural powerhouse In…
Kampala, Uganda – Wakandi, a forward-thinking financial technology company, has celebrated the official opening of its Ugandan office, marking a crucial step in its mission to bring digital…
By Juma Msafiri Abstract Jackfruit (Artocarpus heterophyllus), a tropical fruit native to South and Southeast Asia, is gaining prominence in Africa as an agroforestry crop. Its potential to…
By Juma Msafiri The Southern Agricultural Growth Corridor of Tanzania (SAGCOT) is revolutionizing Tanzania’s agricultural sector, leveraging a public-private partnership model to drive inclusive and sustainable agricultural transformation.…
Dar es Salaam Dr Jane Mpapalika, a Senior Researcher in the Capacity Building and Collaborations Department at REPOA, is a shining example of what determination, resilience, and hard…
Dar es Salaam: A Landmark Gathering for Agriculture and Poultry The Tanzania Poultry Show 2024, held in Dar es Salaam, drew stakeholders from across the nation and beyond…
Dar es Salam The Tanzania Poultry Show 2024, hosted at Mlimani City from October 18-19, gathered diverse stakeholders from the agriculture and commerce sectors. The rapidly expanding event…
Nakuru, Kenya Despite its rich agricultural potential, Africa imports an alarming volume of food annually. As of recent reports, the continent imports around $50 billion worth of food…
Nakuru, Kenya Agriculture in Eastern Africa is profoundly transforming due to multiple challenges and opportunities shaped by climate change, technological advancements, policy reforms, and global trade dynamics. Countries…
Nairobi, October 17, 2024 – Cabinet Secretary Dr. Andrew Karanja emphasized the need for innovative extension services during the opening of the 2nd National Agricultural Extension Symposium, organized…
Dar es Salaam, October 19, 2024— Tulalumba (Tullah) Mloge, Principal Executive Assistant to the CEO of the SAGCOT Centre (Southern Agricultural Growth Corridor of Tanzania ) and a…
Dar es Salaam, October 11, 2024 — At a pivotal moment for Tanzania’s agricultural sector, Geoffrey Kirenga, CEO of SAGCOT Centre Ltd., highlighted a combined investment of $6.3…
Dar es Salaam, October 18, 2024 – National statistics reveal that by 2032, Tanzania is projected to face a deficit of 234,000 tons of white meat, including chicken,…