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Tanzania and Morocco Collaborate to Revolutionize Agricultural Data Collection with Satellite Technology

December 1, 2023 · Africa Kilimo · 3 dakika ya kusoma

In a landmark technological advancement, the Tanzanian government, in partnership with Morocco, has launched an innovative satellite-based system for agricultural data collection. This significant step forward was inaugurated…

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Agriculture and World AIDS Day in East Africa: A Vital Connection

December 1, 2023 · Africa Kilimo · 3 dakika ya kusoma

December 1, 2023 In East Africa, World AIDS Day, observed annually on December 1st, transcends mere commemoration. It is a day of profound significance, intertwining the threads of…

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Tanzania Showcases Resilience and Innovation in Agriculture at COP28

December 1, 2023 · Africa Kilimo · 3 dakika ya kusoma

Kilimokwanza.org Reporter Tanzania’s Agriculture Sector and blue economy are at the spotlight at the 28th session of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP28), hosted in…

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TechnoServe at COP28: Pioneering Climate Solutions with Smallholder Farmers

December 1, 2023 · Africa Kilimo · 2 dakika ya kusoma

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Dr. Agnes Kalibata and Amath Pathe SENE Emphasize: The Loss and Damage Fund Must Prioritize the Most Vulnerable

December 1, 2023 · Editor · 5 dakika ya kusoma

Nairobi: In this article co-written by Dr. Agnes Kalibata, President of AGRA, and Amath Pathe SENE, Managing Director of the AFS Forum, outlines the critical issues at stake…

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UAE’s Dr. Sultan Al Jaber Takes Helm of COP28, Setting Ambitious Climate Agenda

November 30, 2023 · Africa Kilimo · 2 dakika ya kusoma

Dr. Sultan Al Jaber is set to be formally appointed as the President of the 28th session of the Conference of the Parties (COP28) today, marking a significant…

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Smallholders on the Frontline: A Call for Action at COP 28

November 30, 2023 · Africa Kilimo · 5 dakika ya kusoma

By Annie Wakanyi, One Acre Fund At the beginning of 2023, the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) confirmed that the previous eight years had been the warmest on record. Meanwhile, preliminary data…

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Resilience and Innovation: Rwanda’s Young Farmers Lead the Charge in Climate Change Adaptation

November 30, 2023 · Africa Kilimo · 2 dakika ya kusoma

Rwanda: In the wake of devastating floods and landslides that struck Northern, Western, and Southern provinces on May 2 and 3, 2023, Rwanda’s agricultural sector is witnessing a…

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“Tanzanian Youth and Women Ready to Feed Africa and the World,” Says AGRA’s Vianey Rweyendela, Spotlighting Climate Change Challenges in Agriculture at COP28

November 30, 2023 · Africa Kilimo · 2 dakika ya kusoma

Kilimokwanza.org reporter Vianey Rweyendela, the Country Director of AGRA in Tanzania, has expressed high hopes for the COP28 event in the UAE. Rweyendela commended the Tanzanian government for…

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Agnes Kalibata: Urgent action and leadership critical for climate wins

November 30, 2023 · Africa Kilimo · 5 dakika ya kusoma

By Agnes KalibataPresidentAGRA Climate change stands as a threat to the foundations of our global food systems, unrivalled in its scope and impact. Today, soaring temperatures, shifting weather…

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COP28 and Climate Finance: Paving the Way for a Cooler, Fairer, and More Resilient Planet

November 30, 2023 · Africa Kilimo · 3 dakika ya kusoma

In November and December, the United Arab Emirates will host the 28th Conference of the Parties (COP28) in Dubai, a crucial event focusing on global climate action. Amidst…

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African Nations Urged to Embrace Climate-Adaptive Agricultural Technologies for Economic Resilience

November 29, 2023 · Africa Kilimo · 4 dakika ya kusoma

Urgent Call for Climate Adaptation in African Agriculture: ReSAKSS 2023 Report Highlights The 2023 Regional Strategic Analysis and Knowledge Support System (ReSAKSS) report underscores the urgent need for…

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Tanzania’s Tea Revolution: Minister Bashe’s Bold Plan to Double Production

November 29, 2023 · Africa Kilimo · 4 dakika ya kusoma

By Anthony Muchoki In an era where agricultural innovation is paramount to national development, Tanzania is witnessing a transformative shift in its tea industry, thanks to the visionary…

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Amath Pathe Sene: Critical Climate Finance Boost Needed for 33 Million African Smallholders

November 28, 2023 · Africa Kilimo · 4 dakika ya kusoma

*Building Africa’s Agricultural Resilience in the Face of Climate Change By Amath Pathe Sene Africa’s food systems hold global significance, impacting both worldwide food security and climate resilience.…

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Innovating Tanzania’s Tea Industry: Minister Bashe’s Visionary Move to Boost Production and Modernize Sales

November 28, 2023 · Africa Kilimo · 2 dakika ya kusoma

Dodoma In a significant stride towards revolutionizing Tanzania’s tea industry, the Minister of Agriculture, Hon. Hussein Bashe (MP), has charted a new course for the Tanzania Tea Board…

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Feathers of Change: Revolutionizing Africa’s Poultry Industry

November 27, 2023 · Africa Kilimo · 9 dakika ya kusoma

By Anthony Muchoki Across the vibrant and diverse continent of Africa, poultry farming is more than just an agricultural activity; it’s a lifeline for millions. In every country,…

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VETA, CARE, and SAGCOT Partner to Enhance Agricultural Skills Development in Southern Tanzania

November 27, 2023 · Kilimokwanza · 2 dakika ya kusoma

Dar es Salaam, Tanzania – November 27, 2023 The Vocational Education and Training Authority (VETA) has entered into a landmark partnership with the international organization CARE and the…

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Tea Industry in Tanzania: Navigating Through Global Turbulence and Embracing Innovation

November 27, 2023 · Africa Kilimo · 5 dakika ya kusoma

Kilimokwaza.org Team Tanzania’s tea industry presents a narrative of resilience, adaptability, and innovation. Dr. Emmanuel Simbua, director of the Tea Research Institute of Tanzania (TRIT), sheds light on…

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Ten Profitable Crops for Kenyan Farmers: Unlocking Agricultural Wealth

November 27, 2023 · Africa Kilimo · 3 dakika ya kusoma

As Kenyan crops gain traction in international markets and young entrepreneurs infuse cutting-edge technologies into farming practices, the landscape of agribusiness is transforming rapidly. Kilimokwanza.org highlights ten crops…

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Kenya’s Economic Crisis Deepens: 70,000 Jobs Lost in One Year

November 25, 2023 · Africa Kilimo · 2 dakika ya kusoma

Nairobi, KenyaIn what is being termed as a significant blow to Kenya’s economic stability, the Federation of Kenya Employers (FKE) has disclosed a troubling statistic: approximately 70,000 jobs…

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President Samia’s Presidential Food and Agriculture Delivery Council – The Four Members

November 25, 2023 · Africa Kilimo · 7 dakika ya kusoma

Kilimokwanza.org Team On March 17, 2023, Hon. Samia Suluhu Hassan, the President of the United Republic of Tanzania, took the stage at the State House in Dar es…

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World AMR Awareness Week 2023: A Global Call to Action Against Drug Resistance

November 23, 2023 · Africa Kilimo · 4 dakika ya kusoma

In the face of a growing global health threat, the World Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) Awareness Week 2023 takes center stage from November 18th to 24th. World AMR Awareness…

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BRAC Microfinance Sierra Leone Limited Celebrated at SLAMFI’s Inaugural Award Ceremony

November 23, 2023 · Africa Kilimo · 2 dakika ya kusoma

Kilimokwanza.org | Freetown, Sierra Leone The Sierra Leone Association of Microfinance Institutions (SLAMFI) held its first award ceremony and dinner on the night of November 17, 2023, marking…

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Hadija Jabiri: Cultivating Prosperity in Tanzanian Agriculture

November 23, 2023 · Africa Kilimo · 6 dakika ya kusoma

The Birth of a DreamIn Tanzania, Hadija Jabiri stands as a symbol of innovation and change in agriculture. Her entrepreneurial journey began with a vision to transform agricultural…