African Agriculture and Food Systems
In a pioneering move to revolutionize the agricultural sector, the Ministry of Agriculture of the United Republic of Tanzania has announced the launch of the “Samia Youth in Agriculture Award.” Aimed at harnessing the innovative potential of the youth in universities and colleges, this initiative calls for the submission of project ideas that promise to […]
Kilimokwanza.org Team At the Africa@COP28 conference, Mr Geoffrey Kirenga, the visionary CEO of the SAGCOT Centre Limited, shared transformative insights with the African Development Bank (AfDB). Mr. Kirenga’s discourse outlined a stark contrast in productivity, noting that while regional farmers typically yield below 3 tons per hectare, there’s evidence of a paradigm shift. Through enhanced […]
Tanzania and Norway Embark on a Pioneering Partnership for Agriculture and Food Security On February 14, 2024, a landmark ceremony held in Oslo, Norway, at the Climate House, Garden Avenue, became the setting for a historic event in the annals of international cooperation. Tanzania and Norway, celebrating six decades of diplomatic ties, took a monumental […]
On February 14, 2024, a pivotal debate unfolded at the Climate House in Oslo, Norway, centered on the intertwined issues of food security and climate change. The forum was part of a broader engagement between Tanzanian and Norwegian officials, aiming to deepen cooperation on these critical global challenges. Among the distinguished participants was Tanzania’s Minister […]
Kilimokwanza.org Team President Samia Suluhu Hassan of the United Republic of Tanzania has revealed optimistic projections from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) for the year 2024. According to the IMF, Tanzania is expected to rank among the top 20 fastest-growing economies worldwide. This forecast not only positions Tanzania as a burgeoning economic powerhouse but also […]
By Lucy Sebastian, Kilimokwanza.org In the face of mounting environmental challenges, the call for sustainable development practices has never been more urgent. Across the African continent, communities are grappling with the harsh realities of climate change: droughts that stretch rivers dry, floods that erase seasons of toil, and storms that leave despair in their wake. […]
Reported by Jamal Hashim, Azam News, February 7, 2024 Tanzania is emerging as a key player in apple production within the East African region. This transformative initiative, highlighted in a report by Azam TV’s “Taarifa ya Habari”/News on February 7, 2024, unveils a concerted effort to equip farmers with modern cultivation techniques, promising to revolutionize […]
DAR ES SALAAM, February 6, 2024 – In an announcement made today, the Minister of Agriculture in Tanzania, Hon. Hussein M Bashe, addressed the ongoing sugar crisis affecting the country. The minister revealed measures being taken to alleviate the shortage and combat price manipulation in the sugar market. Minister Bashe began by acknowledging Tanzanians’ frustration […]
Kilimokwanza.org President Dr. Samia Suluhu Hassan has reinforced the Tanzanian government’s dedication to enhancing the clove market. During the inauguration of the Karafuu Investment House under the Zanzibar State Trade Cooperation (ZSTC) on the Pemba Islands, President Samia called upon clove farmers to boost their production and uphold quality to meet the robust international demand. […]
Kilimokwanza.org Team At the recent World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting in Davos, Switzerland, Tanzanian Vice-President Dr. Philip Mpango hailed the successes of the Southern Agricultural Growth Corridor of Tanzania (SAGCOT) in revolutionizing the country’s agricultural sector. Speaking on the sidelines of the event, Dr. Mpango emphasized the importance of expanding and enhancing agricultural infrastructure […]