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Kenyan Ministry Announces Fertilizer Subsidy for Over Half a Million Smallholder Tea Farmers

October 22, 2023 Kilimokwanza Africa News

Nairobi — In a move set to benefit over 650,000 smallholder tea farmers, Kenya’s Ministry of Agriculture & Livestock Development (MALD) declared a subsidy for fertilizer. The first consignment, a…

Malawi: LUANAR’s Pioneering Fertilizer Optimization Tool

October 22, 2023 Charles Mwangi Features

Charles Anthony Lilongwe — As the heartbeats of agriculture in Malawi, smallholder farmers have long sought ways to maximize their yields and profitability. Thanks to a monumental stride by the…

Tanzania Port Authority and DP World Sign Landmark Investment Agreements for Dar es Salaam Port

October 22, 2023 Anthony Muchoki News

Dar es Salaam, Tanzania – In a historical and transformative move, the Tanzania Port Authority (TPA) has signed three distinct investment and operational contracts for the Dar es Salaam port…

Kenya’s Universal Health Coverage: Implications and Challenges for the Farming Community

October 21, 2023 Anthony Muchoki News

NAIROBI: Following President William Ruto’s recent inauguration of the Universal Health Coverage (UHC) programme, the farming community, a cornerstone of Kenya’s economy, awaits the potential ripple effects. With a health…

Njombe’s Bold Vision for Sustainable Development

October 20, 2023 Neema Munisi Features

Ikang’asi Village: A Thriving Oasis of Opportunity By Neema Munisi Ikang’asi Village, located in the heart of Njombe Rural District Council, is poised to become a symbol of prosperity and…

Tanzania’s President Focuses on Elevating the Agricultural Sector, Enhancing Farmer Incomes

October 20, 2023 Kilimo Tanzania News

DAR ES SALAAM, TANZANIA — In a bid to bolster competitiveness and enhance farmer revenues, Tanzania’s Minister of Agriculture, Honorable Hussein Bashe, elaborated on President Dr. Samia Suluhu Hassan’s plans…

Countrywide Rollout of SAGCOT’s Transformative Agricultural Model in the Offing Following a Presidential Directive

October 20, 2023 Anthony Muchoki News

Dar es Salaam, Tanzania: Tanzania is poised to scale up its agriculture and food systems by leveraging the proven success of the Southern Agricultural Growth Corridor of Tanzania (SAGCOT) model….

Tanzania’s Visionary Agricultural Future: How SAGCOT is Revolutionizing Food Security

October 20, 2023 Anthony Muchoki Features

Tanzania, with its diverse ecosystem ranging from the lush plains to the scenic highlands, has always had a wealth of agricultural potential. However, unlocking this potential in a manner that…

East Africa College of Business: Livestock Feed Training Strengthens Tanzanian Entrepreneurial Efforts

October 20, 2023 Kilimokwanza Africa News

Dar es Salaam – The East Africa College of Business (EACB) in Dar es Salaam, together with PM Netherland, recently hosted a dedicated training event for Tanzanian entrepreneurs active in…

AGRF 2023 VOX POPULI: Understanding Africa’s Food System – Spotlight on Tanzania’s Livestock Segment.

October 20, 2023 Kilimokwanza Africa Features

In this vox Populi, we delve into the critical insights and perspectives that emerged during the Africa Food System Forum (AGRF) 2023 summit held in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. Kilimokwanza.org…