African Agriculture and Food Systems
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 producer and the seventh globally, Tanzania harvests 1.2 million tons of beans annually. The demand for these beans encompasses both local consumption and regional exports, substantially boosting […]
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 0.9 acres, Tanzania has become Africa’s largest producer and ranks 7th globally. This feature explores the significance of beans in Tanzania’s agricultural economy, the critical challenges of […]
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 Research Institute (TARI) has launched the ACCELERATE project. This ambitious initiative focuses on promoting climate-resilient seed varieties for essential crops, including groundnut, sorghum, and beans. Designed to […]
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 of Africa straight from Tanzania, says passionate entrepreneur Mkami Tetere . “Our company is dedicated to delivering premium spices that transform every meal into a culinary masterpiece. […]
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 explore this year’s theme: “Pursuit of Sustained Growth and Trade Expansion.” The event focused on driving sustainable growth in Sub-Saharan Africa through enhanced productive capacities, value chain […]
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 essential in culinary, agricultural, and industrial settings, with every part of the coconut tree—leaves, shells, and flesh—holding valuable uses. The coconut tree, known for its drought tolerance […]
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 workshop organized by the Wajibu Institute in collaboration with the Royal Norwegian Embassy and REPOA. Speaking to stakeholders in Dodoma, Ambassador Tinnes highlighted that the global transition […]
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 the vast expanse of Tanzania’s Kilombero Valley, where elephants once roamed freely and rice paddies now stretch to the horizon, a quiet revolution is taking place. At […]
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 solutions to the country’s expansive cooperative sector. This week, esteemed guests, government officials, and leaders from various sectors gathered to commemorate this milestone, supporting Wakandi’s journey in […]
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 improve food security, provide nutritional benefits, and generate income for smallholder farmers is increasingly recognized across the continent. Despite its adaptability to tropical climates, jackfruit farming remains […]