TechnoServe at COP28: Pioneering Climate Solutions with Smallholder Farmers
William Warshauer, CEO at TechnoServe, International Development Nonprofit
Kilimo Kwanza
African Agriculture and Food Systems
Dr. Agnes Kalibata and Amath Pathe SENE Emphasize: The Loss and Damage Fund Must Prioritize the Most Vulnerable
Nairobi: In this article co-written by Dr. Agnes Kalibata, President of AGRA, and Amath Pathe SENE, Managing Director of the AFS Forum, outlines the critical issues at stake for developing countries, especially in Africa, as the world gathers in Dubai for COP28. The focus is on the ‘Loss and Damage’ principle, which acknowledges the irreversible […]
UAE’s Dr. Sultan Al Jaber Takes Helm of COP28, Setting Ambitious Climate Agenda
Dr. Sultan Al Jaber is set to be formally appointed as the President of the 28th session of the Conference of the Parties (COP28) today, marking a significant moment in the global climate change dialogue. The COP Presidency will transition from Egypt’s Sameh Shoukry to Dr. Sultan Al Jaber, as the United Arab Emirates gears […]
Smallholders on the Frontline: A Call for Action at COP 28
By Annie Wakanyi, One Acre Fund At the beginning of 2023, the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) confirmed that the previous eight years had been the warmest on record. Meanwhile, preliminary data indicate that average global temperatures on 17 November were more than 2°C above pre-industrial levels for the first time ever. While this threshold was surpassed only briefly, it […]
Resilience and Innovation: Rwanda’s Young Farmers Lead the Charge in Climate Change Adaptation
Rwanda: In the wake of devastating floods and landslides that struck Northern, Western, and Southern provinces on May 2 and 3, 2023, Rwanda’s agricultural sector is witnessing a transformation. This transformation, essential for expanding food production amidst increasing climate-related natural disasters, is being led by innovative young farmer entrepreneurs. The recent disaster resulted in tragic […]
“Tanzanian Youth and Women Ready to Feed Africa and the World,” Says AGRA’s Vianey Rweyendela, Spotlighting Climate Change Challenges in Agriculture at COP28
Kilimokwanza.org reporter Vianey Rweyendela, the Country Director of AGRA in Tanzania, has expressed high hopes for the COP28 event in the UAE. Rweyendela commended the Tanzanian government for its exemplary preparations ahead of the conference. Running from November 30th to December 12th, 2023, the conference has become a pivotal stage for addressing global environmental challenges […]
Agnes Kalibata: Urgent action and leadership critical for climate wins
By Agnes KalibataPresidentAGRA Climate change stands as a threat to the foundations of our global food systems, unrivalled in its scope and impact. Today, soaring temperatures, shifting weather patterns, and extreme weather are adversely affecting our ability to feed ourselves, demanding urgent solutions. For many, the urgency is heightened as agriculture is the backbone of […]
COP28 and Climate Finance: Paving the Way for a Cooler, Fairer, and More Resilient Planet
In November and December, the United Arab Emirates will host the 28th Conference of the Parties (COP28) in Dubai, a crucial event focusing on global climate action. Amidst discussions on various environmental issues, one key topic will stand out: climate finance. Climate finance serves as the lifeblood that fuels our collective efforts to reduce emissions […]
African Nations Urged to Embrace Climate-Adaptive Agricultural Technologies for Economic Resilience
Urgent Call for Climate Adaptation in African Agriculture: ReSAKSS 2023 Report Highlights The 2023 Regional Strategic Analysis and Knowledge Support System (ReSAKSS) report underscores the urgent need for African countries to adopt climate adaptation technologies in agriculture. This move is critical to protect their economies from the escalating impacts of climate change, which is a […]
Tanzania’s Tea Revolution: Minister Bashe’s Bold Plan to Double Production
By Anthony Muchoki In an era where agricultural innovation is paramount to national development, Tanzania is witnessing a transformative shift in its tea industry, thanks to the visionary leadership of the Minister of Agriculture, Hon. Hussein Bashe (MP). His recent directives for the Tanzania Tea Board (TBT) and the Tanzania Small Tea Farmers Development Agency […]