African Agriculture and Food Systems
Kigali, Rwanda – In a pivotal move for Rwanda’s agricultural sector, President Paul Kagame announced the appointment of Eric Rwigamba as the Minister of State for Agriculture and Animal Resources on August 22, 2023. Rwigamba’s new role comes as part of the ongoing efforts of the Ministry of Agriculture & Animal Resources to bolster the […]
By Charles.muchoki@gmail.com In a groundbreaking move to propel Rwanda’s agricultural sector, the Rwanda Agriculture & Animal Resources Development Board (RAB) has embarked on a strategic collaboration with the Pan-Africa Bean Research Alliance. This collaborative effort addresses a pivotal component of Rwanda’s food security – the production of bean seeds. The joint initiative culminated in a […]
The imminent Africa Food Systems Forum 2023 in Dar es Salaam, elucidated by the Honourable Minister Hussein Bashe, promises to be a watershed moment in the global discourse on food systems. Anticipated outcomes include cementing Africa’s leadership in this arena, innovative collaborations, and the generation of actionable insights tailored for the continent’s unique challenges, with […]
In the Southern Highlands of Tanzania, an underlying threat to agriculture is intensifying: soil acidity. The issue has gained prominence and becomes a matter of grave concern. Delving into the mission to mitigate this challenge, Kilimokwanza.org connected with Japhet Laizer, the Associate Program Officer of AGRA. Laizer shed light on the proactive measures undertaken by […]
The Permanent Secretary of the Prime Minister’s Office, Dr. Jim Yonazi, overseeing Policy, Parliament, and Coordination of Government Activities, has issued six directives to stakeholders, expert teams, and lead experts participating in the Mid-Term Evaluation of the Second Phase of the Agriculture Sector Development Programme (ASDP II) and the re-planning for the next five years. […]
Mbeya, Tanzania – With just a few days remaining until the commencement of the AGFT 2023 Summit, President Samia Suluhu Hassan has called for stakeholders to register and participate in the upcoming event. The AGRF Summit, scheduled for September 5th to 8th, 2023, in Dar es Salaam, is a three-day gathering to foster discussions and […]
AGRA, through its Women Agripreneurs of the Year Awards (WAYA), has released the names of the top 15 contenders for 2023. These extraordinary women, hailing from a pool of 1,340 applicants from 42 African nations, have shown exceptional innovation and progress within the agri-food systems of the continent. These top 15 contenders come from an […]
In an address at the United Nations Food Systems Summit 2023, Agnes Kalibata, the president of the AGRA, highlighted the critical need for substantial investment in transforming Africa’s food systems. Kalibata’s speech underscored the dire consequences of underinvestment in this sector, which continues to plague African nations with escalating hunger and poverty. Kalibata pointed out […]
By Elizabeth Shumbusho Tanzania is poised to vanquish poverty and cement its role as a primary food producer in Africa by 2027,” emphasizes Vianey Rweyendela, the Country Manager for AGRA in Tanzania.. With a passion that radiated through his speech, Rweyendela instilled hope and determination in the hearts of all those present at the AGRA […]
By Daniel NjiwaHead of Regional Food Trade and Resilience, AGRA With its vast agricultural resources and untapped potential, Africa holds the key to overcoming food security challenges and achieving self-sufficiency. The continent possesses an immense capacity to feed itself and even become a significant player in global food markets. However, the continent has long depended […]