African Agriculture and Food Systems
By Mnyika Esther On September 15, 2024, the Minister of Agriculture, Hon. Hussein Bashe (MP), visited Kahama District in Shinyanga Region, where he inspected the Malenge irrigation project in Isagehe Ward. The project, situated in Malenge village, features a dam with a capacity of 600,000 cubic meters and an investment value of TZS 2.5 billion. […]
The African Fertilizer and Soil Health (AFSH) Summit, held in May 2024, set the stage for improving agricultural productivity and soil health across sub-Saharan Africa. As a follow-up to the 2006 Abuja Fertilizer Summit, which aimed to increase fertilizer use, this summit focused on a more holistic approach to addressing soil health and sustainable plant […]
Ilula Village, Kilolo District, Iringa Region, Tanzania—Farm for the Future Tanzania Ltd (FFF), a pioneering agricultural initiative based in the SAGCOT Corridor, is seeking an additional $800,000 in investment to expand its operations and advance sustainable farming practices. The Tanzanian government and Norwegian stakeholders support this effort to lift thousands of farmers out of poverty […]
Dar es Salaam On August 10, 2024, Ms. Mercy Mmari, Chairperson of the Tanzania Food Science and Technology Association (TAFST), paid a brief yet impactful visit to Mr. Geoffrey Kirenga, Chief Executive Officer of SAGCOT, at the SAGCOT offices. Accompanied by Mr. Sanjay Seth, a sustainability expert, the trio discussed pressing issues related to sustainability […]
September 9, 2024, Kigali, Rwanda – 100 Million Youth to Seek Jobs by 2030, But Only 3 Million Jobs Created Annually Over 1,000 young people from across Africa came together at the recent Africa Food Systems Forum to commit to transforming the continent’s food systems and tackling the pressing challenges of climate change. Their collective […]
Dar es Salaam Tanzania’s agricultural landscape is evolving, with rice becoming one of the fastest-growing food sources, making it crucial for food security and self-sufficiency. However, small-scale rice producers, responsible for about 90% of the country’s rice production, face significant challenges such as low productivity, climate variability, and limited market access. The Growing Resilience program […]
Unlocking the Potential of Potato FarmingPotato farming in Kenya offers an incredible opportunity for financial growth, with the potential to generate substantial profits within a short period. With just one acre of land, you can expect a revenue of approximately Ksh. 280,000 per season at a conservative price of Ksh. 3,500 per 100 kg bag. […]
Africa Food Systems Forum 2024: Driving Financial Investments to Transform Africa’s Food Systems Kilimokwanza.org Team Kigali, Rwanda, September 2-6, 2024 – The Africa Food Systems (AFS) Forum 2024 concluded with strong commitments to addressing one of the most critical challenges facing the continent: the need for robust financial investment to transform food systems and ensure […]
The Tanzania Tea Research Institute (TRIT) has made significant strides in optimizing tea production across the country, driven by its latest research on the most suitable fertilizer use and soil fertility management. With tea being one of Tanzania’s major export commodities, this research is seen as a game-changer for the country’s tea sector, particularly for […]
Kilimokwanza.org Team Common beans are a staple crop and a crucial cash crop in East Africa, particularly in Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda. Widely cultivated by smallholder farmers across these countries, beans are valued not only for their affordability and nutrition but also for their resilience in diverse climates. These qualities have enabled beans to become […]