African Agriculture and Food Systems
Kilosa, Morogoro Region—To boost local agriculture within the SAGCOT corridor, external sugarcane farmers in Mbigiri have commenced supplying sugarcane to the Mkulazi Sugar Factory in Kilosa. This week marked the first successful harvest and delivery of sugarcane from these farmers to the factory. By Thursday, July 11th, 2024, 300 tons of fresh sugarcane had been […]
The 2022 Tanzania Demographic and Health Survey and Malaria Indicator Survey (TDHS-MIS) paints a complex picture of a nation undergoing significant shifts in its demographic and health landscape. These changes have profound implications for Tanzania’s agricultural sector, the backbone of its economy. Population Growth and Urbanization Tanzania’s population is booming, with 46% under 15. This […]
The 2022 Tanzania Demographic and Health Survey and Malaria Indicator Survey (TDHS-MIS) is Tanzania’s seventh Demographic and Health Survey (DHS). The 2022 TDHS-MIS collected data on several health topics, including family planning, maternal health, child health, nutrition, malaria, and HIV/AIDS. Here are ten key takeaways from the report: The 2022 TDHS-MIS provides valuable insights into […]
In a heartwarming display of national pride, Nargis Mohamed, the third runner-up in the 2003 Miss Tanzania pageant, recently visited the Tanzania Tea Board (TBT) pavilion at the Dar es Salaam International Trade Fair (DITF-2024). Enchanted by the rich flavours of Tanzanian tea, Nargis praised the authentic taste of the locally produced beverage and encouraged […]
Dar es Salaam – The Tanzania Sugar Producers Association (TSPA) has firmly denied accusations of hoarding sugar to inflate prices for personal gain. The Chairman of TSPA, Ammi Mpungwe, speaking on July 1, 2024, refuted these claims, stating that their primary objective remains to boost domestic sugar production, not to engage in importation or market […]
Kilimokwanza.org Team Dodoma To bolster local industries, the Tanzanian government has introduced a new Industrial Development Levy as part of the Tanzania Finance Act 2024. This levy targets imported goods for home consumption in Mainland Tanzania, with certain exemptions for goods originating from East African Community (EAC) Partner States that meet the EAC Rules of […]
Kilimokwanza.org Team Tanzania’s Finance Act 2024 introduces significant changes to the country’s financial landscape. Here are ten key points to understand:
Dodoma, July 1, 2024 – The recently enacted Tanzania Finance Act 2024 brings a wave of significant amendments and provisions aimed at bolstering various sectors of the economy. Among the most impacted is the agricultural industry (Kilimo), which stands to benefit from targeted financial support, regulatory updates, and tax incentives. These measures are set to […]
Nairobi, Kenya – May 31, 2024 – To address the country’s rice shortage, the Kenyan government has announced the duty-free importation of 500,000 metric tons of Grade 1 white-milled rice. This decision, published in a special issue of The Kenya Gazette, is authorized under the East African Community Customs Management Act, 2004, and aims to […]
Kilimokwanza.org Reporter In 2023, Zanzibar-based spice company 1001 Organic achieved substantial growth and set new benchmarks for sustainability and community involvement. The company’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) report for the year highlights a journey filled with impactful innovations, strategic expansions, and a steadfast commitment to the local and global community. Here’s a deeper look into […]