African Agriculture and Food Systems
Kilimokwanza.org The 2024/5 budget speech for the Ministry of Livestock and Fisheries highlighted significant advancements in Tanzania’s poultry industry. This sector, crucial for the country’s agricultural economy, has seen substantial growth in various areas, from production to international trade. Here’s an in-depth look at Tanzania’s poultry industry’s key developments and prospects. Impressive Growth in Poultry […]
Table 1: Milk Production and Processing Category 2022/2023 2023/2024 Percentage Increase Milk Production 3.60 billion liters 3.97 billion liters 10.3% Milk Processed 77.90 million liters 81.80 million liters 5.01% Unprocessed Milk 3.52 billion liters (97.8% of production) 3.89 billion liters (97.9% of production) 10.5% Collection Centers 246 centers 258 centers 4.9% Milk Collected 71.80 million […]
Kilimokwanza.org Reporter Elizabeth Christopher Swai, the CEO of AKM Glitters Company Limited, has been featured in the June/July 2024 edition of Forbes Africa. The article highlights her remarkable journey and significant contributions to Tanzania’s poultry sector, showcasing her unwavering commitment to social impact entrepreneurship. Swai’s journey from the United Nations to founding AKM Glitters demonstrates […]
By Kilimokwanza.org Reporter Artificial intelligence (AI) has a rich history that dates back several decades. The term “artificial intelligence” was coined in 1956 by John McCarthy, Marvin Minsky, Nathaniel Rochester, and Claude Shannon during the Dartmouth Conference. However, the field’s roots stretch further back, encompassing a range of developments in mathematics, engineering, and computing. The […]
Kilimokwanza.org Reporter In his detailed and forward-looking budget speech, Minister Hussein Mohamed Bashe emphasised the development of the soybean sector, recognizing its potential to enhance Tanzania’s agricultural landscape significantly. The initiatives outlined for soybeans are part of a broader strategy to diversify agricultural production, improve food security, and boost economic growth. Key Initiatives and Investments […]
Kigali, Rwanda – May 23, 2024 – In anticipation of the Basketball Africa League (BAL) 2024 finals, AGRA has announced the launch of Kigali Restaurant Week, set to take place from May 27th to June 1st, 2024. This initiative aims to empower young Rwandan agri-preneurs and highlight agriculture’s role as a catalyst for economic growth […]
In a landmark speech delivered with urgency and optimism, Tanzania’s Minister of Agriculture, Hon. Hussein Mohamed Bashe, unveiled the 2024/2025 budget for the Ministry of Agriculture. This comprehensive financial plan underscores the government’s commitment to transforming the agricultural sector, which remains the backbone of Tanzania’s economy. With a focus on infrastructure, research, market access, and […]
A quiet revolution is taking place in the lush landscapes of Tanzania’s Southern Highlands. Through the efforts of the Southern Agricultural Growth Corridor of Tanzania (SAGCOT), the Dairy Value Chain Strategic Partnership is making significant strides in transforming the dairy sector and improving the lives of smallholder farmers. A Strategic Vision for GrowthThe partnership, which […]
Dar es Salaam, May 20, 2024 – To harmonize with global practices, the Tanzania Bureau of Standards (TBS) celebrated World Metrology Day today, an annual event on May 20. This year’s celebration took place in the Mbeya region, with TBS leveraging the occasion to educate and motivate stakeholders on the critical importance of verifying measurements […]
Dodoma, Tanzania (21 MAY 2024)—In a move to boost the agricultural sector in Tanzania, Minister of Agriculture Hussein Bashe today officially launched the distribution of tablets and point-of-sale (POS) machines to agricultural extension officers and agro-input agents in Dodoma. Speaking at the launch event, Minister Bashe said that the 3,500 tablets and POS machines will […]