African Agriculture and Food Systems
Veterinary Services Meet Economic Development ARUSHA, TANZANIA – 31st October 2023 is the deadline for the Tanzania Veterinary Association (TVA) call for papers for the upcoming 41st TVA…
For Kilimokwanza.org The World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH) recently released its Seventh Annual Report on Antimicrobial Agents Intended for Use in Animals, shedding light on global trends,…
Kilimokwanza.org team Tanzanian President Dr. Samia Suluhu Hassan’s southern tour, brimming with initiatives and projects, is not just a testament to what has been achieved but also a…
Seven Years to Save the World: Dr. Agnes Kalibata on the Role of Food Systems in Achieving SDGs By Anthony Muchoki As global leaders gather at the United…
The recently released Africa Agricultural Status Report (AASR) for 2023, unveiled at the Africa Food Systems Forum in Tanzania, is nothing short of a milestone document for everyone…
The State and Future of Africa’s Food Systems A conversation with Dr. John M. Ulimwengu, a Senior Research Fellow at the International Food Policy Research Institute’s (IFPRI) Development…
Address by Honorable Abdallah Hamisi Ulega, Minister of Livestock and Fisheries, to Her Excellency Dr. Samia Suluhu Hassan, President of the United Republic of Tanzania, distinguished leaders, and…
Address by Her Excellency Dr. Samia Suluhu Hassan, President of the United Republic of Tanzania, following the ceremonial laying of the foundation stone for the Kilwa Masoko Fishing…
In an urgent call to bolster Africa’s food production and security, Kenyan President William Samoei Ruto, US Secretary of the Treasury Janet Yellen, and several other leaders convened…
USAID Administrator Samantha Power and Anne Beathe Tvinnereim, the Norwegian Minister of International Development, have jointly introduced a groundbreaking multi-donor fund. This initiative targets the provision of essential…
NAIROBI – In an ambitious move to strengthen Kenya’s food security, the Ministry of Agriculture & Livestock Development has unveiled its strategy to double the nation’s agricultural output…
In an address at the United Nations Headquarters on September 17, 2023, Dr. Agnes Kalibata, AGRA President , stood before an international audience to deliver a message of…
By Anthony Muchoki In a compelling address, Dr. Agnes Kalibata, President of AGRA , shed light on the pressing need for a large-scale transformation of Africa’s agri-food systems.…
Harnessing the Sun: Tanzania’s Agriculture Revolution through Renewable Energy By Kilimokwanza.org correspondent In the vast plains of Tanzania, a quiet transformation is taking place. It’s not just the…
Owning the Future of Agriculture: A Youthful Revolution with BBT-YIA By Lucy Msangi I think BBT-YIA (Building Bridges for Youth in Agriculture) initiative isn’t just another fleeting program;…
Mtwara, Tanzania, September 17, 2023 – In a forward-looking initiative aimed at economic growth and youth empowerment, the Minister for Livestock and Fisheries, Hon. Abdallah Ulega, has unveiled…
In the vibrant heartlands of Tanzania, a green revolution is sprouting roots. Spearheaded by the sixth administration under the dynamic leadership of President Samia Suluhu Hassan, Tanzania is…
Kilimokwanza.org team In the rich tapestry of Tanzania’s agricultural history, maize or corn stands out not just as a primary food source but as an emblem of the…
In a remarkable move towards transforming the economic landscape of Tanzania, President Dr. Samia Suluhu Hassan is set to make history. Come September 19, 2023, she will inaugurate…
In the lush landscapes of Handeni district in the Tanga region lies Msomera, a village poised to be more than just a name on a map. As Hon.…
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania – Dr. Ed Mabaya, a renowned agricultural economist and researcher, emphasized the need for a holistic approach to tackle Africa’s pressing food insecurity issues.…
The AGRF 2023 wasn’t just another yearly convening of stakeholders in Africa’s agrifood landscape; it was a platform where monumental findings from the “Status of Women in Agrifood…
TANZANIA – The African Fertilizer and Agribusiness Partnership (AFAP) continues to demonstrate its commitment to empowering smallholder farmers and promoting sustainable agricultural practices. At the recent AGRF Summit…
TANZANIA – The vulnerability of Africa’s food security was harshly exposed by the recent Ukraine-Russia conflict. The resulting disruption in grain supplies from these countries to the African…