African Agriculture and Food Systems
Nairobi, Kenya, January 29, 2024 – In a landmark initiative, the Eastern Africa Grain Council (EAGC) has received a significant boost with a three-year grant of US$2 million…
By Neema Munisi The recent announcement of the partnership between the Eastern Africa Grain Council (EAGC) and the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), under its Economic…
Kilimokwanza.org Team Dr. Agnes Kalibata, President of AGRA, in an announcement, has set the stage for a transformative phase in African agriculture. This strategic shift, first unveiled at…
By Charles Muchoki In a leap forward for the agricultural sector in Kinoni Subcounty, Nyabushozi County, the Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry, and Fisheries marked a monumental event…
Kilimokwanza.org Team In a strategic move to bolster economic resilience among the youth, Prof. Joyce Ndalichako, the Minister of State, Prime Minister’s Office, Labor, Youth, Employment, and People…
Kilimokwanza.org Team In a recent analysis of the rice production capabilities within the East African Community (EAC), experts have identified the United Republic of Tanzania as a future…
Kigali, Rwanda: In a move to strengthen food security in Rwanda, the AGRA has united with 1,000 young innovators, a dynamic group determined to fortify the resilience of…
Kilimokwanza.org Team The recent discovery of coltan deposits in Kenya is not just a milestone for the mining sector but also a pivotal moment for the nation’s agriculture…
In an announcement that is set to redefine Kenya’s position in the global mining sector, the Minister for Mining, Blue Economy and Maritime Affairs, Salim Mvurya, has confirmed…
Nairobi, Kenya, January 23, 2024 – In a move to boost East Africa’s agricultural sector, the United States government, through the USAID’s Economic Recovery and Reform Activity (ERRA)…
Kigali, Rwanda : The Rwanda Institute for Conservation Agriculture (RICA) witnessed an emotional yet celebratory gathering at the weekend as it honored Dr. Richard Ferguson and his wife,…
Lilongwe, Malawi – The Ministry of Agriculture in Malawi has officially announced the suspension of the previous ban on maize importation from Tanzania. This significant decision comes after…
By Charles Anthony Soil degradation poses a major challenge to Africa, but Tanzania is taking strides to combat it, says Dr. Agnes Kalibata, President of AGRA. Amidst the…
Today, we will explore the top 10 most profitable iron and steel business ideas. Iron and steel are crucial globally, forming the backbone of any economy as major…
Nairobi, Kenya – The Kenyan government’s decision to impose a blanket ban on avocado exports, effective November 3, 2023, as reported by Kilimo Kwanza, has entered another phase…
In a swift and escalating regulatory intervention, the Avocado Society of Kenya (ASOK) faced stringent government action mere hours after issuing a controversial tweet on its official handle…
In a recent operation shedding light on the complexities of Kenya’s agricultural export sector, the Agriculture and Food Authority (AFA) successfully thwarted a significant smuggling attempt at the…
In a stride towards agricultural innovation, Tanzania’s Cereals and Other Produce Regulatory Authority (COPRA) spearheaded a crucial meeting with the AGRA and other pivotal stakeholders. The session, held…
Kilimokwanza.org Team “Rain Impacts Sugarcane Production: A Call for Adaptive Measures”In a recent revealing tweet by the Minister of Agriculture, Hussein M Bashe, the pressing issue of weather…
Dar es Salaam, 2024 – NMB Bank has today announced the launch of its groundbreaking campaign, “NMB PESA HAACHWI MTU,” aimed at significantly enhancing financial inclusion among Tanzanians.…
By Elizabeth Shumbusho In Uganda, smallholder farmers grapple with the challenges of limited land and resources. Amidst this struggle, a revolutionary approach to agriculture is making waves. The…
By Charles Anthony Mr. Wamkele Mene, Secretary-General of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), emphatically highlighted the transformative potential embedded within the AfCFTA. Encompassing an impressive expanse…
Mr. John Bosco Kalisa, the esteemed Executive Director/CEO of the East African Business Council (EABC), has recently unveiled the much-anticipated East Africa Economic Outlook for 2024 alongside the…