African Agriculture and Food Systems
When Hon Abdallah Hamis Ulega, Minister of Livestock and Fisheries, beckoned the world to behold Tanzania’s vast treasures beyond its shimmering coastline and wildlife spectacles, he unveiled a compelling narrative of a nation ready to leapfrog into an era of sustainable prosperity. The transformative blueprint, which converges around the Livestock and Fisheries sectors, presents a […]
Empowering Tanzania’s Farmers: TAMFI and TAREA’s Revolutionary Partnership In an era of environmental concerns and rising energy demands, two of Tanzania’s premier institutions have teamed up to write a new chapter in the nation’s green energy saga. Green Energy Meets Microfinance The Tanzania Association of Microfinance Institutions (TAMFI) and the Tanzania Renewable Energy Association (TAREA) […]
Water, a fundamental necessity of life, remains an elusive dream for millions. In Tanzania, a country blessed with numerous lakes and rivers, the irony lies in the fact that a significant portion of its populace grapples daily with water scarcity and sanitation woes. However, the recent collaboration between the Tanzania Association of Microfinance Institutions (TAMFI) […]
*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. […]
In Dar Es Salaam, an unprecedented gathering underscores the urgency and the opportunity facing East and Southern Africa (ESA) in rice cultivation. As Mr. Gerald Mweli, the Permanent Secretary of the Tanzanian Ministry of Agriculture, officiates the Rice Breeding Innovations (RBI) Partners’ Annual Meeting, it’s time to reflect on the magnitude of what lies ahead. […]
By Anthony JM Tanzania’s rich soil has borne the weight of its agrarian society for centuries, fueling its economy and providing sustenance for millions. Yet, as Geoffrey Kirenga, the CEO of the Southern Agricultural Growth Corridor of Tanzania- SAGCOT Centre Ltd., passionately emphasizes, this silent partner in the nation’s growth saga now needs attention. Drawing […]
KILIMANJARO, TANZANIA – A total of 31 councils from the regions of Kilimanjaro, Arusha, Manyara, Dodoma, Singida, and Tabora have been equipped with tools to test soil health for farmers, notably the Soil Scanner. The distributed equipment includes soil scanners, tablets, printers, lamination machines, and computer sets. Speaking during the equipment distribution, the Representative from […]
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. […]
Tanzania’s National Irrigation Commission (NIRC) will start harnessing water resources from Lakes Victoria, Tanganyika, and Nyasa for agricultural irrigation. President Samia highlighted this initiative during the culmination of the Farmers’ Day (Nanenane) celebrations, urging the Ministry of Agriculture to explore the use of lake water to enable farmers to achieve two harvests annually. President Samia […]