African Agriculture and Food Systems
By Kilimokwanza.org Team Kenyan Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has called for strategic actions to maximize the benefits for farmers from the currently high US dollar exchange rate. During a notable agricultural event, Gachagua highlighted that since numerous Kenyan agricultural products are priced in US dollars, the advantageous exchange rate should logically lead to increased earnings […]
By Charles Muchoki In an era where the spectre of climate change looms large and the world’s population continues to burgeon, sustainable agriculture is not just a choice but a necessity. Ensuring the fertility of the soil, the very foundation upon which agriculture rests, has thus become a critical concern for farmers, environmentalists, and policy-makers […]
By Elizabeth Shumbusho, Kilimokwanza.org Contributor In an era where technological advancements and modern industries dominate economic discussions, the age-old practice of agriculture is making a groundbreaking comeback, promising to redefine wealth across the African continent. According to the African Development Group, the agricultural business in Africa is set to skyrocket to a staggering $1 trillion […]
In an address to the global community, Ildephonse Musafiri, Rwanda’s Minister of Agriculture and Animal Resources, laid out a stark warning and a call to action regarding the future of environmental sustainability. Musafiri’s statement, “Without a change in people’s mindset, long-term sustainability in any attempt at protecting our planet will be unachievable,” underscores a critical […]
Reported by Jamal Hashim, Azam News, February 7, 2024 Tanzania is emerging as a key player in apple production within the East African region. This transformative initiative, highlighted in a report by Azam TV’s “Taarifa ya Habari”/News on February 7, 2024, unveils a concerted effort to equip farmers with modern cultivation techniques, promising to revolutionize […]
Mr. Osamu Kubota, Vice President of the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), recently paid a visit to Dr. Agnes Kalibata, the President of AGRA and the Special Envoy of the UN Secretary-General for the 2021 Food Systems Summit. This meeting underscored a deepening partnership aimed at fostering sustainable agricultural practices across the continent. AGRA, an […]
Kilimokwanza.org Team – Bringing you the latest updates on agricultural development and food system transformation in Africa. Nairobi, Kenya – AGRA has hosted a national parliamentary retreat in Kenya, marking a significant step towards enhancing Parliament’s role in transforming the country’s agri-food systems. The retreat provided a vital platform for lawmakers, particularly those from the […]
Nairobi, Kenya – February 6, 2024: In an age where the internet bridges gaps and opens doors, Kenyans are increasingly turning to the digital space to carve out income streams and build careers. Moe, the brains behind @moneyacademyKE, is leading the charge with practical advice for those looking to make money online. His recent social […]
Kilimokwanza.org Team Apple farming is emerging as a highly promising and profitable agricultural endeavour in Tanzania and Africa. This insight came to light during a Zoom meeting on February 1, 2024, organized by the SAGCOT Centre. The meeting was part of a larger dialogue aimed at exploring agricultural prospects within the Southern Agricultural Growth Corridor […]
DAR ES SALAAM, February 6, 2024 – In an announcement made today, the Minister of Agriculture in Tanzania, Hon. Hussein M Bashe, addressed the ongoing sugar crisis affecting the country. The minister revealed measures being taken to alleviate the shortage and combat price manipulation in the sugar market. Minister Bashe began by acknowledging Tanzanians’ frustration […]