African Agriculture and Food Systems
By Anthony Muchoki In the realm of global agriculture policy, Hussein Mohammed Bashe, Tanzania’s Minister of Agriculture, is often likened to Akinwumi A. Adesina, the former Nigerian Minister of Agriculture (2011 to 2015) and current President of the African Development Bank. Adesina’s term as Nigeria’s Minister of Agriculture was marked by a transformative approach that […]
Kilimokwanza.org Team The latest findings from AGRA present a stark reality of widespread food insecurity, with East Africa at the epicenter of a burgeoning crisis. The “Food Security Monitor – November 2023” report reveals that Ethiopia and South Sudan are in the throes of the most severe conditions, marked as “Crisis” and “Emergency” levels, indicative […]
In a crucial session at COP28 focused on the resilience of small-scale farmers amid the climate crisis, Tanzanian Minister of Agriculture Abdallah Ulega provided profound insights into the challenges and strategies for sustaining agriculture in vulnerable regions. In the Food Systems Pavilion session, experts and stakeholders gathered to address one of the most pressing challenges […]
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 […]
*Insights from Dr Joel L. Meliyo, soil scientist By Anthony Muchoki & Beda Msimbe Soil acidity in Tanzania is an ominous issue impeding agricultural productivity. A stimulating dialogue with Dr. Joel L. Meliyo, the National Project Coordinator of Guiding Acid Soil Management Investment in Africa (GAIA) an International Project Funded by BMGF through CIMMYT Harare. […]
“CALA is about leading in agriculture and finding leaders for African agriculture. So, we are extremely happy and proud that you have decided to be part of this initiative. We started this initiative because we realized that there was a disconnect in a number of places. The biggest disconnect was that the people that are […]
Amidst the bustling streets and historical sites of Dar es Salaam, Tanzania’s economic capital, there is a palpable excitement in the air. Over 4,000 attendees have descended upon this thriving city for the 13th annual Africa Food Systems Forum from local farmers to international delegates. Under the radiant leadership of President H.E Samia Suluhu Hassan, […]
In a landscape where food security remains one of the most pressing issues, AGRA, is about to hold its annual Africa Food Systems Summit. The objective is clear: to foster partnerships that aim to enhance agricultural yields, income, and food security across the continent. However, the recent criticisms from the Alliance for Food Sovereignty in […]
*SAGCOT Soil Health Partnership By Anthony Muchoki A dynamic transformation is taking place in various regions of Tanzania, and the AGRA Country Manager Vianey Rweyendela acknowledges that the multifaceted implementation of GAIA by different partners is making a significant impact. He commends the collaborative efforts and diverse approaches taken by various partners involved in the […]
The recent announcement by Tanzania’s Minister of Livestock and Fisheries, Abdallah Ulega, represents a pivotal step toward what could be a paradigm shift in how countries approach food security, particularly in Africa. With a suite of multi-pronged strategies designed to boost food production and accelerate exports, Tanzania is positioning itself as a vanguard for change. […]