African Agriculture and Food Systems
The Tanzanian tea sector, steeped in history and tradition, is undergoing a transformative consolidation, marking a significant turning point in its journey. This feature explores the recent merger of key institutions in the tea industry, a move that’s set to reshape the landscape of tea production and trade in Tanzania. Historical Context: Tea first took […]
Dar es Salaam Minister of Agriculture Hussein Mohamed Bashe recently spoke about his Ministry’s visionary ‘Agenda 10/30’. This comprehensive strategy aims to radically transform the landscape of agriculture in Tanzania, addressing critical demographic and economic challenges, and setting ambitious growth targets for the next decade. During his speech, Minister Bashe emphasized the urgency of adapting […]
The Ministry of Agriculture & Livestock Development has announced a significant development in agricultural infrastructure in Nyandarua County. CS Mithika Linturi, on the first day of his three-day field tour, has officially commissioned the Kagongo Wendani marketing shed and irrigation infrastructure. This new irrigation project is a game-changer for the agricultural sector in Nyandarua and […]
Just a few days after renowned Tanzanian businessman Mzee Azim Dewji spoke to the media about two unique fruits, the Matini (Cactus Fruit) from Singida and the Matunda ya Mungu (Mexican Apple) from Songea – Ruvuma, journalists have traveled from Dar es Salaam to Singida to learn more about these fruits. On Tuesday, Jumanne Ramadhani, […]
Nairobi- Hon. Jonathan Mueke, CBS, recently officiated Kenchic’s adoption of a solar power system at their processing plant in Kilimambogo, Thika. This significant move not only underlines Kenchic’s commitment to environmental stewardship but also marks a strategic step in reducing production costs. The adoption of solar energy is in line with Kenya’s Bottom Up Economic […]
Kilimokwanza.org – January 31, 2024 The Southern Agricultural Growth Corridor of Tanzania (SAGCOT Centre) has joined forces with Tamu Tamu Tanzania to host a pivotal Zoom meeting on February 1, 2024, aimed at exploring the immense opportunities within East Africa’s burgeoning apple farming industry. This event promises to shed light on how individuals and businesses […]
In a boost to Tanzania’s agricultural sector, the Ministry of Agriculture has announced the allocation of more than TZS 449 billion to agricultural cooperatives for input procurement and distribution during the 2022/2023 farming season. This substantial investment is set to have far-reaching implications for the country’s farmers, ensuring they have access to essential inputs that […]
Dar es Salaam: As we delve deeper into the transformative journey of Tanzania’s agricultural sector, we turn our attention to the visionary leader, Geoffrey Kirenga, CEO of the Agricultural Growth Corridors of Tanzania (AGCOT). Formerly known as SAGCOT, AGCOT’s expanded mission reflects the growing ambitions of Tanzania’s agricultural landscape. In an interview with WazoHuru Media, […]
Nairobi, Kenya, January 29, 2024 – In a landmark initiative, the Eastern Africa Grain Council (EAGC) has received a significant boost with a three-year grant of US$2 million from the United States government. This grant, part of the USAID’s Economic Recovery and Reform Activity (ERRA) program managed by TradeMark Africa (TMA) and funded by Feed […]
By Neema Munisi The recent announcement of the partnership between the Eastern Africa Grain Council (EAGC) and the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), under its Economic Recovery and Reform Activity (ERRA) program, is not just a news event – it’s a beacon of hope and a testament to the potential of strategic alliances […]