January 15, 2024
by Africa Kilimo
Kilimokwanza.org Team Tanzania is poised to witness a remarkable surge in its soya seed production, thanks to the implementation of advanced irrigation techniques and robust research initiatives. This groundbreaking development was unveiled at a recent soya stakeholders’ meeting by the Ministry of Agriculture’s Permanent Secretary, Mr. Gerald Mweli. Embracing Technology for Growth At the heart […]
January 11, 2024
by Africa Kilimo
Kilimokwanza.org Team The picturesque Morogoro Region in Tanzania is currently witnessing a remarkable agricultural transformation, one that promises to reshape the global spice industry. Traditionally, when people thought of cloves, their minds would immediately drift to Zanzibar, a region steeped in centuries-old clove cultivation. However, thanks to the strategic interventions of the Southern Agricultural Corridor […]
January 9, 2024
by Africa Kilimo
Kilimokwanza.org Team. In the fertile lands of Mbeya Region, Mbeya Rural District at Igoma Village, a new era of agricultural prosperity is unfolding, led by the region’s dedicated potato farmers. Ms Tulalumba Mloge, Principal Executive Assistant to the SAGCOT Chief Executive Officer, has shared inspiring insights into the recent developments reshaping this vibrant community’s agricultural […]
January 3, 2024
by Kilimo Tanzania
Kilimokwanza.org team Tanzania’s Rungwe District, in the Mbeya Region, has immense, yet largely untapped, potential for agro-tourism, according to Mr Geoffrey Kirenga, the Chief Executive Officer of SAGCOT Centre Ltd. He shares his insights on why this area is a must-visit destination. “Tanzania’s Rungwe District in the Mbeya Region is a hidden gem,” notes Mr. […]
December 29, 2023
by Africa Kilimo
KilimoKwanza.org Editorial In an era where sustainable agriculture is not just a necessity but a mandate, Tanzania is witnessing a remarkable transformation in its apple industry, thanks to the collaborative efforts of Tamu Tamu Tanzania Limited (TTT) and the Southern Agricultural Growth Corridor of Tanzania (SAGCOT). This partnership marks a significant stride in replacing imported […]
December 4, 2023
by Africa Kilimo
Kilimokwanza.org Team In the lush expanses of Mababu Village, Geoffrey Kirenga, the dynamic CEO of SAGCOT Centre Ltd., unveiled the often-overlooked journey of cocoa during a compelling field visit. “This is more than a cocoa pod; it’s the beginning of the chocolate journey,” Kirenga explained, gesturing towards a cocoa tree. His message was potent and […]
October 19, 2023
by Kilimokwanza Africa
Mr Geoffrey Kirenga, CEO of SAGCOT Opening statement at the Stakeholders Consultation Meeting regarding SAGCOT’s strategic rollout on 13 October 2023, at the Ramada Hotel- Mbezi Beach in Dar es Salaam: Thank you very much! Good morning greetings [they respond], let me reintroduce myself on behalf of the SAGCOT secretariat. I am Geoffrey Kirenga, the […]
August 30, 2023
by Africa Kilimo
*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 […]
October 4, 2016
by Africa Kilimo
The “Legal Guide to Strengthen Tanzania’s Seed and Input Markets” is a comprehensive document that aims to enhance Tanzania’s agricultural sector by developing and implementing effective legal and regulatory systems for agricultural inputs like seeds. It focuses on various aspects including variety release, registration, seed certification, trade, and the role of different stakeholders in the […]
June 22, 2010
by Editor
Honorable Deputy Speaker, in consideration of the agreement reached by the Ministers of African Countries when they met in Maputo, Mozambique, in 2003, and adopted the Comprehensive African Agriculture Development Programme (CAADP), the Ministry, in implementing the ASDP, has met the criteria of CAADP and thus expects to sign a memorandum of understanding demonstrating that […]