African Agriculture and Food Systems
Executive Summary The Kenyan potato sector stands at a pivotal inflection point. As the nation’s second most important food crop, it is fundamental to…
Kilimokwanza.org Section 1: Executive Summary Kenya faces a significant economic and food security challenge encapsulated in its “Potato Paradox”: a nation with a burgeoning…
According to Sheena Raikundalia, Chief Growth Officer at Kuza One, a deep dive into Kenya’s potato supply chain reveals a system in which farmers,…
By Elizabeth Wanjiku In Kenya’s highlands, where potatoes rival maize as the second-most important staple, two varieties dominate the conversation—and the market. One is…
Every week, 90 tonnes of maize flows through Nassib Said’s factory in Morogoro. What arrives as humble kernels leaves as fortified flour—a transformation that…
Executive Summary Groundnuts, a high-value legume crop, are fundamental to food security, nutrition, and rural livelihoods globally, particularly across Africa. This report provides a…
Lagos, Nigeria — In a bold and unfiltered message that’s stirring debate across Africa’s agri-tech and investment circles, Muhammad Yakubu (Gifted) Bubayaro, Director of…
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania | — In a significant leap forward for Tanzania’s agricultural sector, MazaoHub Precision Agriculture, co-founded by innovator Geophrey Tenganamba ,…
Amb – Prof Bitange Ndemo Kenya’s Ambassador to Belgium & EU | Professor of Entrepreneurship | Technocrat | Columnist May 10, 2025 Kenya, a…
The report by Kilimokwanza.org team, “Regional GDP per Capita in Tanzania: An Analysis of Economic Performance and the Leadership of the SAGCOT Corridor” undertakes…
On February 21, 2025, The Centre for African Leaders in Agriculture (CALA) celebrated the graduation of its third cohort, marking a significant milestone in…
Mangoes are a beloved fruit in Tanzania and around the world, enjoyed for their sweet taste, vibrant color, and versatility in culinary applications. Tanzania’s…
Juma Msafiri Africa, a continent with significant agricultural potential, faces the persistent challenge of ensuring food security for its growing population. While progress has…
Juma Msafiri Mango (Mangifera indica L.) is an important fruit crop in East Africa, particularly in Kenya, where it is the third-leading horticultural crop…
Dodoma, Tanzania – December 5, 2024: Why is Tanzania focused on modernizing its Warehouse Receipts System (WRS)? Because it’s not just about warehouses; it’s…
Dodoma, Tanzania, December 5, 2024 This morning, the Best Western Dodoma City Hotel is hosting a high-level workshop to chart the future of Tanzania’s…
Kilimokwanza.org Team Common beans are fundamental to Tanzania’s agricultural landscape, contributing immensely to food security, nutrition, and economic stability for approximately 5.8 million rural…
Tanzania has long been recognized for its diverse agricultural output, but its rising prominence as a global bean producer is remarkable. Despite the average…
By Juma Msafiri Abstract Jackfruit (Artocarpus heterophyllus), a tropical fruit native to South and Southeast Asia, is gaining prominence in Africa as an agroforestry…
Dar es Salaam, October 11, 2024 — At a pivotal moment for Tanzania’s agricultural sector, Geoffrey Kirenga, CEO of SAGCOT Centre Ltd., highlighted a…
HAI, KILIMANJARO – By Anthony John In a powerful address that underscored Tanzania’s emergence as a key player in global agriculture, U.S. Ambassador Michael…
Kilimanjaro, Tanzania – September 26, 2024: In a major effort to strengthen food security in Tanzania, the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) has…
Arusha, September 23, 2024 — The Ministry of Agriculture has reaffirmed its commitment to revolutionizing Tanzania’s agricultural sector by enhancing access to modern technologies…
A remarkable success story emerged during the B2B meeting held from August 21 to 23, 2024, in Iringa, Tanzania, showcasing how innovation in agricultural…