African Agriculture and Food Systems
By Anthony Muchoki The agricultural backbone of East Africa, predominantly sustained by smallholder farmers, is currently facing a daunting challenge: the degradation of soil quality. Key issues such…
Through a partnership between AGRA Tanzania and the Tanzania Editors Forum (TEF), a crucial training session was recently held, highlighting the significant role of media in promoting advancements…
AGRA Tanzania and the Tanzania Editors Forum (TEF) have challenged the media in Tanzania to play a more proactive role in disseminating critical advancements in seed technology, which…
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania In a significant push towards digital transformation in the business sector, Tanzanian entrepreneurs have been encouraged to adopt digital sales systems, known as ‘Smart…
There is Money in Basil Farming in Kenya: A Blossoming Green Gold Linnet Muchoki In the rolling hills and fertile plains of Kenya, a green revolution is taking…
Kilimokwanza.org Reporter, In the ever-evolving landscape of African agriculture, a revolutionary change is being ushered in by the power of technology, specifically through Google Earth Engine. This cloud-based…
In a groundbreaking scientific achievement, a team of international researchers has unveiled a very detailed soil nutrient maps for the African continent to date. This initiative is set…
Ethiopia is an example of the untapped potential that lies within African agriculture and agro-processing industries. As the backbone of the country’s economy, agriculture not only employs 80%…
In a landmark decision, the Board of Directors of the African Development Bank Group has set the stage for a revolutionary uplift in Tanzania’s food security and agricultural…
Kilimokwanza.org News Team The VALUE4HER Team has announce the selection of nine extraordinary women entrepreneurs as the recipients of the VALUE4HER Sponsorship for the prestigious African Women Innovation…
Kigali, Rwanda – The Center of Excellence in Biodiversity and Natural Resource Management (COEB) at the University of Rwanda proudly announces that its Director, Prof. Beth A. Kaplin,…
Kigali, Rwanda – The Africa Women Innovation and Entrepreneurship Forum (AWIEF) is proud to announce an impressive lineup of sponsors and partners for its upcoming 9th edition of…
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania – The Minister of Livestock and Fisheries, Hon. Abdallah Ulega, has engaged in strategic talks with the Director-General for Maritime Affairs and Fisheries of…
Tanga, Tanzania – In a monumental push to revitalize Tanzania’s fishing sector, the Minister of Livestock and Fisheries, Hon. Abdallah Ulega, presented a fleet of 14 modern fishing…
As the skies open up, unleashing a torrent of El Niño-induced rainfall, Kenya finds itself amidst a meteorological crisis that is both a curse and a blessing. The…
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania – November 7, 2023 – CRDB Bank’s Kijani Bond, the first green bond to be issued in Tanzania, has been oversubscribed by a remarkable…
Kilimo Kwanza Prairie View A&M University, a beacon of agricultural excellence in the heart of Texas, has taken a bold step into the future of farming by integrating…
By focusing on long-term environmental health and the economic viability of farms, TechnoServe has outlined five critical success factors to achieve transformation at scale, particularly in regions of…
Tanzania’s agricultural sector is a vital component of the nation’s economy, providing livelihoods to millions of its citizens. To further strengthen and develop this critical sector, a collaborative…
Kilimokwanza.org Reporter “Our efforts are intertwined with a commitment to creating a food future that is not only sustainable but nourishes and empowers empowers all communities,” Jeremiah Rogito,…
The critical importance of addressing the transformation of food systems at the national level, cannot be gainsaid, according to Assan Ng’ombe, a Resilience Specialist at AGRA. Despite significant…
Kilimokwanza.org reporter No country can afford to ignore the critical need for adaptation and transformation in addressing food systems globally,” Cecil Haverkamp, Director of the FELD Programme and…
Regional and Continental Trade Pacts Open the Door to Free Trade in Food and Farm Goods Tema, Ghana – The 10th Annual Borderless Conference, organized by the Borderless…
In Arusha, Tanzania, lies a hidden gem that plays a crucial role in ensuring the nation’s food security and agricultural development – the National Plant Genetic Resources Centre…