African Agriculture and Food Systems
Kigali, Rwanda – In a pivotal move for Rwanda’s agricultural sector, President Paul Kagame announced the appointment of Eric Rwigamba as the Minister of…
By Anthony Muchoki In the lush fields of Tanzania, an unyielding passion for improving agricultural practices has blossomed. Chacha Wetanga, CEO and founder of…
In a significant push towards revitalizing Mozambique’s agricultural sector, AGRA has disbursed a whopping US$28 million. This financial injection is a ray of hope…
By Charles Muchoki In a powerful endorsement of the strides Tanzania has made in developing its agriculture and food systems, Mr. Amath Pathé Sene,…
In a major development that promises to reshape Kenya’s agricultural landscape, President Ruto has unveiled a groundbreaking plan to provide farmers with more affordable…
Tanzania is set to make a resounding mark on the global stage as it ramps up efforts to attract substantial investment in its burgeoning…
Initiatives to Promote Rice Production in Bagamoyo: IRRI’s Dynamic Approach By Anthony Muchoki and Enock Kyando In the coastal heartland of Tanzania, the verdant…
In an address at the United Nations Food Systems Summit 2023, Agnes Kalibata, the president of the AGRA, highlighted the critical need for substantial…
By Amath Pathe Sene In the past two decades, African governments have been working significantly towards transforming their food systems. The objectives set in…
Soil acidity has long plagued smallholder farmers in sub-Saharan Africa, significantly limiting crop yields and productivity in the region. Recognizing the urgent need to…
By Jennifer Baarn About 35 years ago, the world witnessed pivotal events that propelled climate change to the forefront of the global agenda. Since…
By Daniel NjiwaHead of Regional Food Trade and Resilience, AGRA With its vast agricultural resources and untapped potential, Africa holds the key to overcoming…
In Njombe, Tanzania, an unassuming revolution is reshaping the local agricultural landscape. At its helm are tenacious entrepreneurs, including Lucy Yona, the 62-year-old dynamo…
DODOMA, July 12th, 2023 – In a push towards transforming Tanzania’s agricultural sector, AGRA ((Sustainably Growing Africa’s Food Systems) has unveiled a strategic five-year…
By Anthony Muchoki AGRA (Sustainably Growing Africa’s Food Systems in Africa), formerly known as the Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa, will release…
To streamline agricultural practices and promote sustainable farming in the country, the Ministry of Agriculture, through the Department of Agricultural Land Management and Planning…
By Anthony Muchoki Ms Elizabeth Swai is an exceptional woman, a visionary, and a trailblazer in the Tanzanian poultry industry. She has been quietly…
Dar es Salaam, 27th June, 2023 As Tanzania strives to achieve its ambitious renewable energy targets by 2025, the Tanzania Association of Microfinance Institutions…
A warm and hearty hello from Tanzania, often fondly referred to as the vibrant heart of Africa! With immense pleasure and pride, I invite…
Tanzania and Kenya, the two stalwart nations in the East African Community, have long been intertwined in a significant symbiotic trade relationship, particularly in…
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania – In a recent statement by the Chairperson of the Tanzania Private Sector Foundation (TPSF), Ms. Angelina Ngalula, it has…
As the world shifts towards digital development, the potential of using technology to enhance agricultural productivity, address key issues like soil health, and provide…
Dodoma, Tanzania – The Dodoma Regional Commissioner, Rosemary Senyamule, has made a significant announcement regarding an ambitious infrastructure project in the region. The Tanzanian…
By Assan Ng’ombe, Juliette Lampoh-Agroh and Bashiru Musah, June 2023 As we reflect on the recent World Environment Day commemorations held on June 5,…