African Agriculture and Food Systems
There is Money in Basil Farming in Kenya: A Blossoming Green Gold Linnet Muchoki In the rolling hills and fertile plains of Kenya, a green revolution is taking root. Amidst a diverse array of crops, basil, with its alluring fragrance and versatile nature, is shining as a new star in the agricultural sector. This herb, […]
Kilimokwanza.org Reporter, In the ever-evolving landscape of African agriculture, a revolutionary change is being ushered in by the power of technology, specifically through Google Earth Engine. This cloud-based platform is transforming the continent’s agricultural practices by harnessing satellite imagery and geospatial data. This article delves into how Google Earth Engine is reshaping African agriculture, offering […]
In a groundbreaking scientific achievement, a team of international researchers has unveiled a very detailed soil nutrient maps for the African continent to date. This initiative is set to revolutionize agricultural policies, environmental programs, and nutritional interventions across Africa. It paves the way to the potential of utilizing satellite imagery to enhance the accuracy of […]
Ethiopia is an example of the untapped potential that lies within African agriculture and agro-processing industries. As the backbone of the country’s economy, agriculture not only employs 80% of the population but is also a pivotal contributor to the nation’s GDP and a significant source of its foreign exchange. However, despite these impressive statistics, the […]
In a landmark decision, the Board of Directors of the African Development Bank Group has set the stage for a revolutionary uplift in Tanzania’s food security and agricultural self-reliance. With a substantial approval of $73.5 million, the Tanzania Agricultural Inputs Support Project (TAISP) has been greenlit to increase the nation’s food production by an astounding […]
Kilimokwanza.org News Team The VALUE4HER Team has announce the selection of nine extraordinary women entrepreneurs as the recipients of the VALUE4HER Sponsorship for the prestigious African Women Innovation and Entrepreneurship Forum (AWIEF) 2023 Conference. This opportunity marks a significant milestone in their entrepreneurial journey and highlights their incredible contributions to their respective sectors. VALUE4HER is […]
Kigali, Rwanda – The Center of Excellence in Biodiversity and Natural Resource Management (COEB) at the University of Rwanda proudly announces that its Director, Prof. Beth A. Kaplin, has been honored with the prestigious Frankfurt Conservation Award presented by the Bruno H. Schubert Foundation. The Frankfurt Conservation Awards, established by the foundation, are bestowed in […]
Kigali, Rwanda – The Africa Women Innovation and Entrepreneurship Forum (AWIEF) is proud to announce an impressive lineup of sponsors and partners for its upcoming 9th edition of the AWIEF Conference and Awards, slated to take place on November 9 and 10, 2023, at the Kigali Convention Centre, Kigali, Rwanda. Under the theme “Leveraging the […]
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania – The Minister of Livestock and Fisheries, Hon. Abdallah Ulega, has engaged in strategic talks with the Director-General for Maritime Affairs and Fisheries of the European Union (EU), Ms. Charlina Vitcheva, to discuss the reinforcement and advancement of the blue economy in Tanzania. Meeting in Dar es Salaam on November 7, […]
Tanga, Tanzania – In a monumental push to revitalize Tanzania’s fishing sector, the Minister of Livestock and Fisheries, Hon. Abdallah Ulega, presented a fleet of 14 modern fishing boats to local fishermen in Tanga, with a significant investment valued at Tsh. 1.2 billion as promised by President Hon. Dr. Samia Suluhu Hassan. This generous provision, […]