African Agriculture and Food Systems
On November 14, 2024, Flour Mills of Nigeria (FMN) held its 64th Annual General Meeting (AGM) at the Balmoral Convention Centre, Federal Palace Hotel, Lagos. This year’s AGM…
By Juma Msafiri Apple farming in Tanzania is rapidly growing into a lucrative venture, thanks to increasing demand, favorable climatic conditions in certain regions, and innovative practices introduced…
Picture this: the warm Tanzanian sun, vast orchards blooming with over 50 varieties of apples, and the hum of innovation as farmers and entrepreneurs breathe life into a…
Kilimokwanza.org Reporter On June 17, 2024, SAGCOT CEO Geoffrey Kirenga (@GeoffreyK) reported a transformative moment for Tanzanian agriculture: the Ruvuma region celebrated its first major potato harvest, achieving…
Nairobi, Kenya, 14th November 2024 AGRA is proud to announce its participation in the UN Climate Change Conference – COP29,which is taking place in Baku, Azerbaijan, starting this…
November 14, 2024 In an address at the COP29 climate summit, Tanzania’s Vice President Philip Isdor Mpango delivered a stern message about the severe impact of climate change…
Baku, Azerbaijan – November 12, 2024 — At COP29, a landmark high-level event led by the African Union (AU) and the United Republic of Tanzania has placed clean…
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…