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Investment Opportunities in Njombe Region Highlighted by Regional Commissioner, Hon. Anthony Mtaka

October 17, 2023 · Neema Munisi · 2 min read

By Neema MunisiKilimoKwanza.org Njombe, one of the fastest-growing regions in Tanzania, is making significant strides in investment. Njombe’s Regional Commissioner, Hon. Anthony Mtaka, has pointed out numerous opportunities…

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Anthony Mtaka Proposes ‘Potato City’ in Njombe: Pioneering a New Age of Farming

October 17, 2023 · Neema Munisi · 5 min read

*Njombe’s Remarkable Potato Value Chain: A Story of Innovation and Economic Potential By Neema MunisiKilimoKwanza.org Njombe is not just another region in Tanzania. This beautiful locale is pushing…

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Njombe’s Economic Might: The “Little Israel” of Tanzania

October 17, 2023 · Neema Munisi · 3 min read

By Neema Munisi, KilimoKwanza.org Njombe, a seemingly small and quiet region in Tanzania, surprisingly holds a significant position in the nation’s economic fabric. Dubbed the “Little Israel” by…

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AECF Pioneers Program to Uplift Women in Kano State’s Agriculture

October 16, 2023 · Africa Kilimo · 2 min read

Kano, Nigeria – The AECF (Africa Enterprise Challenge Fund) unveiled its groundbreaking initiative, Investing in Women in Nigeria (IIW-Nigeria) today. With generous funding from Global Affairs Canada (GAC),…

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Unraveling Africa’s Food Potential: Insights from Japhet Laizer on Private Extension Systems

October 16, 2023 · Neema Munisi · 4 min read

By Neema Munisi, agribusiness expert Africa has always been seen as a continent bursting with agricultural potential. Japhet Laizer’s article published in The Daily News, “Agriculture in Africa…

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As we mark International Food Day; We must not underestimate Rural Women’sTransformative Role in Food Systems.

October 16, 2023 · Reporter 30 · 3 min read

By Amath Pathe Sene Visit any local market in a rural locale, and you’ll encounter women vendors showcasing baskets brimming with fresh produce and artisanal goods. Historically, rural…

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Nyabihu District Youths Empowered in Agricultural Training, Spearheaded by Kilimo Trust

October 16, 2023 · Africa Kilimo · 2 min read

Mireille Kazungu, a young woman from Nyabihu District, Rwanda, was one of the 22 young minds who were recently trained in diverse areas of agriculture, thanks to Kilimo…

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Boost for Livestock in Singida North: Minister Ulega Announces the Construction of Ten Cattle Dips

October 15, 2023 · Africa Kilimo · 2 min read

SINGIDA – In a significant move towards bolstering the livestock sector in the region, Hon. Abdallah Ulega, Tanzania’s Minister of Livestock and Fisheries, has unveiled plans to establish…

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Zimbabwe’s Path to Economic Revival through Agro-Processing

October 14, 2023 · Africa Kilimo · 3 min read

By Anthony.muchoki@gmail.com Zimbabwe, a nation blessed with a diverse range of agricultural products, is turning a new leaf in its pursuit of economic development. Recognizing the pivotal role…

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Tanzania Champions BBT-LIFE Youth with International Livestock Market Initiatives

October 13, 2023 · Africa Kilimo · 2 min read

Through the Ministry of Livestock and Fisheries, the government has communicated its ongoing dialogues with stakeholders in the livestock sector. The goal is to explore optimal ways of…

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Minister Ulega Urges Joint Strategy to Prepare Youth for Livestock Business

October 13, 2023 · Africa Kilimo · 1 min read

The Minister for Livestock and Fisheries, Hon. Abdallah Ulega, has urged the Board of Directors of the National Ranching Company (NARCO) and the Advisory Board of the Livestock…

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Privatizing extension systems can catalyze and sustain the momentum of food system transformation in Africa.

October 13, 2023 · Africa Kilimo · 6 min read

By Japhet Laizer Agriculture in Africa has the potential to satisfy not only its own domestic food but also those of the rest of the world. Agriculture remains…

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Tackling Global Food Security: KENAFF Highlights Role of Smallholder Farmers

October 13, 2023 · Africa Kilimo · 2 min read

NAIROBI, Kenya – The Kenya National Farmers’ Federation (KENAFF) has once again emphasized the significant role smallholder farmers play in bolstering global food systems. Through a statement on…

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Achieving Food Security in Malawi: Strategies for Sustainable Development

October 10, 2023 · Kilimokwanza · 5 min read

Kilimokwanza.org team Achieving Food Security in Malawi: A Journey from Fields to Policy On a sprawling farm in central Malawi, Agness, a 42-year-old farmer, is sowing seeds of…

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Mary Kipeja Launches Kilolo Tea Company Board, Emphasizes Sector Changes

October 9, 2023 · Africa Kilimo · 2 min read

October 9, 2023 In an effort to ensure the efficient cultivation of tea in Tanzania and its significant contribution to the national income, the Tanzania Tea Board launched…

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The Tsetse Menace: Africa’s Meat Sector on the Edge

October 9, 2023 · Kilimokwanza · 6 min read

For detailed insights, personal narratives, expert interviews, and more on this critical issue and others that shape the African agricultural landscape, delve deeper into Kilimokwanza.org. Together, let’s navigate…

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Agricultural Boom Drives Kenya’s Economic Expansion in Q2 Despite Threats from Livestock Disease

October 9, 2023 · Kilimokwanza · 2 min read

NAIROBI: Kenya has witnessed an encouraging agricultural surge, driving significant economic expansion in the second quarter. However, with threats from livestock diseases looming large, the meat sector’s anticipated…

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Agriculture in Africa and Food Systems: The Continent’s Most Important Sector

October 9, 2023 · Africa Kilimo · 8 min read

25 Insights: Why Agriculture in Africa and Food Systems Could Be the Continent’s Most Important Sector By Anthony.Muchoki@gmail.com Africa has always been intrinsically linked with agriculture. This is…

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Africa Unites in Nairobi for Landmark Soil Health Summit

October 8, 2023 · Kilimokwanza Africa · 2 min read

The Kenyatta International Conference Centre in Nairobi, Kenya, is set to host a pivotal conference – The Africa Fertilizer and Soil Health (AFSH) Summit 2023, taking place from…

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Soil Information Systems: The New Digital Frontier in Agriculture and Environmental Practices

October 6, 2023 · Africa Kilimo · 3 min read

In an era where digital technologies permeate every aspect of our lives, the importance of soil – the very foundation of our food system – has gained newfound…

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Raw Cashews to be Exported through Mtwara Port

October 6, 2023 · Kilimokwanza · 2 min read

MTWARA – Regional leaders from Mtwara, Ruvuma, and Lindi have agreed to export raw cashews using the Mtwara Port when the cashew season commences on October 21 this…

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FAO and Kenyan Ministry of Agriculture & Livestock Announce Partnership to Revolutionize Livestock Feed

October 6, 2023 · Kenya News · 2 min read

Nairobi, Kenya – A new landmark partnership is poised to greatly benefit Kenyan livestock farmers. The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) in Kenya, in collaboration with the Ministry…

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Prime Minister’s Office Takes Aim at Unscrupulous Land Survey Practices in Dodoma

October 6, 2023 · Kilimokwanza Africa · 2 min read

Prime Minister Kassim Majaliwa has unequivocally decreed that every firm previously tasked with land survey duties within Dodoma city, regardless of their contractual obligations, that hasn’t successfully concluded…

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Study: Tanzanian Sorghum Farmers Report Higher Dietary Diversity with New Seed Varieties

October 5, 2023 · Neema Munisi · 5 min read

By Neema Munisi, agribusiness expert One of the most underappreciated grains in Tanzania is the sorghum. Known for its resilience and adaptability, this grain has been a staple…