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Over 90% of Fertilizer Used in Tanzania is Imported, with Less than 10% Produced Domestically.

May 13, 2024
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| Africa, Africa’s Food Systems Forum 2023, Features, SAGCOT/AGCOT, Tanzania

Kilimokwanza.org Team Critical challenges facing Tanzania’s agriculture were highlighted during the significant 10th Annual Agricultural Policy Conference held in Dodoma and at the African Food Systems Conference on August 6, 2023, at the Julius K. Nyerere International Convention Centre in Dar Es Salaam. Alarming statistics indicated that more than 90% of Tanzania’s fertilizer imports come predominantly from countries like…

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Africa’s Soil Health Crisis Demands Immediate Attention

May 8, 2024
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| Africa

By Dr. Agnes Kalibata, President AGRA Soil serves as the foundation of life on our planet, yet the demands humans place on this vital resource are rapidly approaching critical thresholds. The cost of land degradation due to poor soil health is estimated to be between USD 850 and 1,400 per year for every individual, with a global cost of…

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Prof Jean Jacques Muhinda, Ms Siki Kigongo: Harnessing the Power of Africa’s Youth in Agriculture

May 6, 2024
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| #FoodSystems Champions, Africa, Features

This article by Prof Jean Jacques Muhinda and Siki Kigongo highlights the critical issue of youth unemployment in Africa and the potential for the agri-food sector to provide meaningful employment opportunities. At over 450 million, Africans aged between 15 and 35 represent over a third of the continent’s population. This population segment continues to grow rapidly and is expected…

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AGRA, SAGCOT, CIMMYT, others To Spotlight Africa Efforts to Combat Soil Degradation at AU Fertilizer and Soil Health Summit

May 5, 2024
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| Africa, Features, News, SAGCOT/AGCOT, Tanzania

By Kilimokwanza.org Team In a side event at the upcoming Africa Fertilizer and Soil Health Summit, set for May 7th, 2024, in Nairobi, stakeholders from across Africa and the globe will gather to address the pressing issues of soil degradation and acidity that threaten the continent’s agricultural productivity and food security. This session, “Managing Degraded Soils for Reclaiming Livelihoods…

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Africa’s Food Future: Scaling Up Proven Solutions.  

May 1, 2024
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| #FoodSystems Champions, Africa, Africa’s Food Systems Forum 2023, Features

By Dr Agnes Kalibata and Dr Ibrahim Mayaki As former UN and current African Union Food Systems Envoys, we have firsthand experience of the complex challenges confronting Africa’s food systems. Despite the continent’s abundant natural resources, it continues to struggle with food insecurity and malnutrition. The combined impacts of climatic shocks, COVID-19, and civil unrest are further exacerbating these…

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AGRA Celebrates International Women’s Day, Launches 2024 Edition of the Women Agripreneurs of the Year Awards (WAYA)

March 9, 2024
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| Africa, News

– AGRA marked this year’s International Women’s Day with a vibrant ceremony at the Chida Events Center in Abuja, Nigeria. This significant event paid homage to pioneering women across Nigeria and the continent who are leading the way in inclusive agricultural transformation. Aligning with the United Nations’ theme for International Women’s Day, AGRA gathered…

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New SME Impact Report Advocates Enhanced Support for Agribusinesses to Navigate the “Triple Crisis”

March 6, 2024
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| Africa, Press Releases

AGRA Press Release … AGRA has today released the 3 rd edition of the ‘African Agribusiness OutlookReport’ which sheds light on the impact of the “Triple Crisis” – Covid-19 pandemic, climatechange, and the Russia-Ukraine conflict – on small and medium-sized agribusinesses in Nigeria,Zambia, and Tanzania. The report, which is jointly produced by AGRA and IPSOS, surveyed…

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Africa Food Prize 2024 Call for Nominations Now Open

February 16, 2024
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| News, Tanzania

Nairobi: The prestigious Africa Food Prize has officially commenced its nomination process for the 2024 edition, marking a pivotal moment for the agricultural and food systems sectors across the African continent. This distinguished award, accompanied by a monetary reward of US$100,000, is dedicated to recognizing and celebrating individuals, organizations, and initiatives that have made significant contributions to enhancing food…

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AGRA Hosts National Parliamentary Retreat to Bolster Kenya’s Food Systems

February 6, 2024
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| Kenya, News

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 Finance, Budget, National Planning,…

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Dr. Agnes Kalibata Among ‘100 Most Reputable Africans’

February 2, 2024
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| News, Tanzania

Kilimokwanza.org Team Reputation Poll International has unveiled its 2024 ‘100 Most Reputable Africans’ list, celebrating a diverse range of influential figures from the continent. This prestigious list honors individuals from sectors including politics, business, entertainment, and human rights advocacy, recognized for their significant impact, visibility, and integrity. Among these individuals is Dr. Agnes Matilda Kalibata, a symbol of African…

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