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Tanzanian Agricultural Sector Reaches New Heights Under President Samia Suluhu Hassan’s Tenure

April 15, 2024 · Africa Kilimo · 3 dakika ya kusoma

According to recent statistics released by the Presidential Communication Directorate, Tanzania’s agricultural sector has witnessed significant growth and success under President Samia Suluhu Hassan’s leadership. The budget for…

AGCOT

Tanzanian Avocados Garner Premium Prices in the UK, Sparking Global Market Comparison

April 15, 2024 · Kilimokwanza · 2 dakika ya kusoma

Date: April 14, 2024 Geoffrey Kirenga, CEO of the Southern Agricultural Growth Corridor of Tanzania (SAGCOT) Centre, has brought attention to the striking price of Tanzanian avocados in…

Tanzania

Tanzania Boosts Wheat Production in Makete with New Government Strategies and Potential Processing Plant

April 15, 2024 · Kilimokwanza · 3 dakika ya kusoma

The Tanzanian Government has implemented robust strategies to enhance wheat production for the 2023/2024 farming season. Deputy Minister of Agriculture David Silinde announced in Parliament on April 5,…

Africa

Using Energy as a Catalyst for Economic Prosperity: Namibia International Energy Conference Returns in 2024

April 14, 2024 · Editor · 5 dakika ya kusoma

Taking place from April 23-25, the conference reimagines resource-rich Namibia by turning possibilities into prosperity. The highly anticipated Namibia International Energy Conference (NIEC) is back, and this time…

AGCOT

Harnessing Nature: The Julius Nyerere Hydropower Plant and Dam’s Role in Flood Mitigation and Resource Management in Tanzania

April 12, 2024 · Kilimokwanza · 4 dakika ya kusoma

Kilimokwanza.org Reporter Mitigating Floods with the Julius Nyerere Hydropower Plant and Dam: Insights from Mr. Prudence Lugendo Mr. Prudence Lugendo, a Policy Specialist at SAGCOT Centre Ltd in…

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Heavy Rains Threaten Tanzania’s Agriculture: 14 Regions on Alert

April 12, 2024 · Africa Kilimo · 3 dakika ya kusoma

Kilimokwanza.org Reporter The Tanzania Meteorological Authority has issued an alert for 14 regions, predicting heavy rains beginning April 12, 2024. Regions such as Dar es Salaam, Tanga, Zanzibar,…

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Tanzania’s Transformative Agricultural Change: The 10th Annual Agricultural Conference Spotlights a Decade of Reforms.

April 12, 2024 · Africa Kilimo · 3 dakika ya kusoma

Kilimokwanza.org Team The 10th Annual Agricultural Policy Conference (AAPC), scheduled from April 17th to 19th, 2024, in Dodoma, Tanzania, marks a significant milestone by celebrating “A Decade of…

AGCOT

Doubling Down on Yields: Tanzanian Farmers Embrace Lime for Bumper Harvests

April 11, 2024 · Africa Kilimo · 3 dakika ya kusoma

Kilimokwanza.org Team For Tanzanian farmers struggling with acidic soil, a new weapon in their arsenal promises to double their crop yields. Research by the Tanzania Agricultural Research Institute…

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Global Initiative Sheds Light on Unknown Aspects of Our Diet, Aiming to Transform Nutrition and Planetary Health

April 11, 2024 · Africa Kilimo · 3 dakika ya kusoma

Kilimokwaza.org Reporter In a revealing publication in Nature Food, the Periodic Table of Food Initiative (PTFI) has identified significant gaps in the scientific community’s understanding of what people…

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New Online Dashboard Brings Transparency to Climate Finance; Gives Open Access to Funding Data for Indigenous Peoples, Local Communities, and Afrodescendant Peoples’ Tenure Rights and Forest Guardianship

April 11, 2024 · Africa Kilimo · 3 dakika ya kusoma

kilimokwanza.org Reporter In an era where climate change poses a formidable challenge to global biodiversity and the well-being of Indigenous Peoples (IP), local communities (LC), and Afro-descendant Peoples…

AGCOT

Tanzania Pioneers Seed Conservation in Africa with Launch of Advanced Gene Bank

April 11, 2024 · Africa Kilimo · 4 dakika ya kusoma

By Safari Juma Arusha, Tanzania, has become the focal point for agricultural innovation and biodiversity preservation in Africa, following the landmark inauguration of the continent’s most advanced seed…

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Malawi Halts Soya Bean Exports to Bolster Domestic Industries Amid Production Decline

April 7, 2024 · Kilimokwanza · 3 dakika ya kusoma

The Malawi government has announced a critical intervention in the agricultural sector by suspending the exportation of raw soya beans. This decisive action, conveyed through a press release…

Features

Former Tanzanian President Kikwete Stresses Role of Homegrown Innovations in African Agriculture

April 7, 2024 · Elizabeth Lizz · 4 dakika ya kusoma

Former Tanzanian President Jakaya Mrisho Kikwete, currently serving as an AGRA Board Member and Chairman of the Africa Food Prize Secretariat, envisions a continent where hunger is eradicated,…

AGCOT

Protected: Q1 2024 SAGCOT Newsletter: Transformative Agricultural Partnerships and Innovations

April 2, 2024 · Kilimokwanza · 3 dakika ya kusoma

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Tanzania

Morogoro: Tanzania’s Emerging Spice Powerhouse

April 2, 2024 · Editor · 2 dakika ya kusoma

Kilimokwanza.org Reporter In a remarkable stride towards becoming a key player in the global spice market, the Morogoro Region of Tanzania has achieved a significant milestone by producing…

Tanzania

TAMFI & Women in Finance: Embracing Climate Change – A Confluence of Gender Empowerment, Environmental Advocacy, and Finance

April 1, 2024 · Africa Kilimo · 3 dakika ya kusoma

On March 26, 2024, the Tanzania Association of Microfinance Institutions (TAMFI) held a groundbreaking conference titled “Women in Finance: Embracing Climate Change” in Dar es Salaam. This event…

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Tanzania’s Dairy Revolution: A Catalyst for Nutrition, Education, and Economic Progress

April 1, 2024 · Kilimokwanza · 3 dakika ya kusoma

By Kilimokwanza.org Team The Ministry of Livestock and Fisheries reports a significant uptick in milk production, from 2.2 billion liters in the 2020/21 budget to over 3.6 billion…

AGCOT

Tanzania-Norway Partnership Strengthens Agricultural Innovation in SAGCOT Corridor

April 1, 2024 · Africa Kilimo · 3 dakika ya kusoma

Q1 2024 edition of the SAGCOT Newsletter. The SAGCOT Centre, alongside the regional governments of Iringa and Morogoro, welcomed Her Excellency Ms Tone Tinnes, Norwegian Ambassador to Tanzania,…

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Editorial: Partnerships Are the Cornerstone of Our Success 

April 1, 2024 · Africa Kilimo · 2 dakika ya kusoma

Q1 2024 SAGCOT Newsletter: In the Southern Agricultural Growth Corridor of Tanzania (SAGCOT), the first quarter 2024 was marked by a renewed sense of direction towards the future.…

Tanzania

SAGCOT Partnerships: Success Story of Raha Aloyce, Director of Raha Farm

March 31, 2024 · Kilimokwanza · 4 dakika ya kusoma

By Kilimokwanza.org Team Raha Aloyce, the dynamic director of Raha Farm, has become a beacon of success and inspiration in Tanzania’s agricultural sector. Her journey in agriculture began…

Tanzania

Navigating Economic Recovery: Tanzania’s Forward March to Enhance Business Environment and Investment Climate

March 30, 2024 · Kilimokwanza · 3 dakika ya kusoma

Kilimokwanza.org Tanzania’s economic landscape is undergoing a transformative shift, with strategic efforts aimed at bolstering the business environment and igniting investment. Amidst the backdrop of global economic fluctuations…

Tanzania

Tanzania: Transforming Agriculture to Propel Economic Progress

March 30, 2024 · Africa Kilimo · 3 dakika ya kusoma

Kilimokwzanaza.org In East Africa, Tanzania stands at a pivotal juncture, with its vast agricultural sector holding the keys to the nation’s future prosperity. Despite its transition to a…

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Tanzania’s Economic Growth Amidst Climate Challenges: A Resilient Path Forward

March 30, 2024 · Kilimo Tanzania · 3 dakika ya kusoma

By Anthony John Tanzania’s journey towards economic resilience and growth amidst the adversities posed by climate change is a testament to its strategic planning and adaptability. Despite facing…

AGCOT

Tanzania Soars in Seed Production: World-Class Quality Reaps Benefits

March 30, 2024 · Africa Kilimo · 3 dakika ya kusoma

By Kilimokwanza.org Reporter Tanzania’s agricultural sector is experiencing a golden age, driven by the production of world-class seeds. The Southern Agricultural Growth Corridor of Tanzania (SAGCOT) prioritizes high-quality…