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 Tanzania 2023-2027 Strategy launch…
Tanzania has seven agroecological zones, each with its unique climate, soils, and vegetation. These seven agroecological zones support a wide variety of crops and livestock, and they play a vital role in the economy of Tanzania. As Tanzania grapples with the effects of climate change, the importance of its seven agroecological zones has risen significantly. These zones serve as…
By Sifa Lubasi More than 25,000 farmers in the Dodoma, Morogoro, and Singida regions will receive education on producing quality millet and peanut seeds within their villages. These farmers will benefit from the village-level quality seed production project implemented by the Dodoma Seed Producers Organization (DASPA) with funding from the Mexican institution under the Avisa project. In an interview…
In a recent plan to boost agricultural production, the government has committed to investing further resources in constructing irrigation infrastructure. This was disclosed by the Deputy Minister of Agriculture, Hon. Anthony Mavunde (MP), while speaking at a Conference for Traders and stakeholders involved in local and international agricultural produce trade, held on July 14, 2023, in Dodoma. Hon. Mavunde…
The Driving Forces Behind AGRA Tanzania 2023-2027 Strategy By Anthony Muchoki Tanzania is at a critical juncture in an era of robust economic growth but equally notable challenges. The nation’s GDP growth has shown commendable resilience, posting an average rate of 6.9 per cent from 2016/17 to 2020/21. With an inflation rate of less than 5 per cent and…
Arusha, 6th July 2023 – President Samia Suluhu Hassan of Tanzania addressed the Southern African Development Community (SADC) member states on Monday, emphasizing the importance of achieving regional food security. Speaking at the 53rd Plenary Assembly Session of the SADC Parliamentary Forum, President Samia provided insights and recommendations for attaining self-sufficiency in food production. President Samia highlighted the need…
Makete, Njombe: In a bid to promote wheat farming in Tanzania, Minister of Agriculture Hussein Bashe has announced that the government plans to exclusively focus on wheat cultivation in Makete District, located in the Njombe region. The move comes as part of an ambitious project aimed at transforming the district into a model area for wheat production in the…
Dar es Salaam, 27th June, 2023 As Tanzania strives to achieve its ambitious renewable energy targets by 2025, the Tanzania Association of Microfinance Institutions (TAMFI) is pleased to report a positive response from financial institutions in supporting grassroots renewable energy financing. This development represents a significant milestone towards realizing the country’s renewable energy goals. Tanzania’s President, Dr. Samia Suluhu…
Hadija Jabiri, Founder of GBRI(Eatfresh) and Agriedo Limited, recently visited the youth engaged in the BBT Program. Renowned for her work in transforming agriculture into a profitable venture, Jabiri shared her expertise with the young people eager to contribute to the agricultural sector in Tanzania. The visit, shared by Jabiri on her social media accounts, was a testament to…
The Ministry of Agriculture, through the Tanzania Smut Control Project (TANIPAC), has been providing education to the public, particularly farmers, about maize smut and its harmful effects in the Kiteto district of the Manyara Region. Specific education has been given to those affected by the damages caused by maize smut, focusing on proper harvesting, drying, and storage techniques to…