African Agriculture and Food Systems
By Elizabeth Shumbusho, Kilimokwanza.org Contributor To bolster Tanzania’s food security, the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) has emerged as a key player, spearheading transformative initiatives across the…
The Kilimo Roundtable Africa, a platform promoting collaboration, innovation, and growth in the agricultural sector, has encouraged Tanzanians to seize the diverse opportunities emerging in agriculture both domestically…
By Beda Msimbe Tanzania has made significant strides toward a more robust, sustainable food system, underscored at the Tanzania Food Systems Partner Dialogue and Workshop held in Dar…
On July 14, 2024, the President of the United Republic of Tanzania, Dr. Samia Suluhu Hassan, officially inaugurated state-of-the-art silos, grain storage facilities, and launched the 2024/2025 grain…
*Tsh 33 trillion needed to implement the Agenda 10/30 initiative * AGRA has pledged $40 million to support to “Building a Better Tomorrow” initiative Dar es Salaam, Tanzania…
By Linnet Muchoki The recent Tanzania Food Systems Partners Dialogue convened diverse national and international stakeholders to address crucial issues in sustainable agricultural development and food security. Chaired…
Katavi, July 13, 2024 – In a commendable address today, the President of the United Republic of Tanzania, Her Excellency Dr Samia Suluhu Hassan, praised farmers nationwide for their…
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania (July 12, 2024) – Solar energy holds the potential to revolutionize Tanzania’s agricultural sector by providing clean, sustainable power for irrigation, crop preservation, and…
Tanzania’s agricultural sector, the backbone of the nation’s economy, is set for a significant transformation with the launch of the Agenda 10/30 Roadmap during AGRA-supported Tanzania Food Systems…
DAR ES SALAAM, Tanzania – In a landmark address at the Tanzania Food Systems Partner Dialogue and Workshop held on July 11, 2024, Minister for Agriculture, Hon. Hussein…
Kilosa, Morogoro Region—To boost local agriculture within the SAGCOT corridor, external sugarcane farmers in Mbigiri have commenced supplying sugarcane to the Mkulazi Sugar Factory in Kilosa. This week…
DAR ES SALAAM, Tanzania—At a key meeting held on July 11th, 2024, in Dar es Salaam, the Minister of Agriculture, Hon. Hussein Bashe (MP), emphasized the importance of…
Kilimokwanza.org Team According to a report by Gatsby Africa, the soybean value chain in East Africa holds immense potential for economic growth and agricultural resilience. Despite natural solid…
“The Africa Food Systems Forum, 2023 in Tanzania, underscored the complex connection between agriculture, nutrition, infrastructure, climate change, and resilience, providing guidance on how best to steer the…
Dar es Salaam, 10th July 2024 – The Ministry of Agriculture is gearing up to host a significant multi-stakeholder partner workshop on Thursday, 11th July 2024, at the…
Iringa, Tanzania – The Southern Agricultural Growth Corridor of Tanzania (SAGCOT) has been at the forefront of revolutionizing tomato farming through its Tomato Value Chain Strategic Partnership. Launched…
The 2022 Tanzania Demographic and Health Survey and Malaria Indicator Survey (TDHS-MIS) paints a complex picture of a nation undergoing significant shifts in its demographic and health landscape.…
The 2022 Tanzania Demographic and Health Survey and Malaria Indicator Survey (TDHS-MIS) is Tanzania’s seventh Demographic and Health Survey (DHS). The 2022 TDHS-MIS collected data on several health…
A report published by the International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD) in February 2024, titled “Global Market Report: Soybean Prices and Sustainability,” delves into the complex landscape of…
In a candid and heartfelt address, Ambassador Ami Mpungwe, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Kilombero Sugar Company, shared his deep-rooted connection and insights into Tanzania’s sugar…
In a heartwarming display of national pride, Nargis Mohamed, the third runner-up in the 2003 Miss Tanzania pageant, recently visited the Tanzania Tea Board (TBT) pavilion at the…
Dar es Salaam – The Tanzania Sugar Producers Association (TSPA) has firmly denied accusations of hoarding sugar to inflate prices for personal gain. The Chairman of TSPA, Ammi…
Kilimokwanza.org Team Dodoma To bolster local industries, the Tanzanian government has introduced a new Industrial Development Levy as part of the Tanzania Finance Act 2024. This levy targets…
Kilimokwanza.org Team Tanzania’s Finance Act 2024 introduces significant changes to the country’s financial landscape. Here are ten key points to understand: