African Agriculture and Food Systems
By Anthony Muchoki In the lush fields of Tanzania, an unyielding passion for improving agricultural practices has blossomed. Chacha Wetanga, CEO and founder of…
Kilimokwanza.org team What can be achieved in two years for the national good? SAGCOT technocrats, in collaboration with a broad network of partners, are…
Kilimokwanza.org correspondent IDH, a prominent sustainable trade initiative, is gearing up to play a significant role in the upcoming Africa Food Systems Forum 2023…
In a bold move to safeguard Kenya’s vital rice industry, Kenya has unveiled a groundbreaking pilot control operation targeting the invasive apple snail population.…
Tanzania’s government has reasserted its unwavering commitment to bolstering the nation’s food systems and agriculture, focusing on smallholder farmers, the backbone of the nation’s…
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…
A concerted effort from Morogoro Regional Commissioner’s office, SAGCOT, Shambadunia, and other key stakeholders has given rise to an impactful annual event series dedicated…
The Nigerian Institute for Oil Palm Research (NIFOR), the Institute of Agricultural Research and Training (IAR&T, and OCP Africa have introduced a specialized fertilizer…
*Credits the transformation to AGRA-backed rice initiative *Assurance of improved seeds availability is still a challenge *From 12 bags to 28 bags per acre…
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…
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In a visionary endeavour to rejuvenate agricultural productivity and tackle dwindling yields, the Southern Agricultural Growth Corridor of Tanzania (SAGCOT) is championing the significance…
In a conversation led by Nixon Gecheo, a Technology, Digital Agriculture, Youth in Ag, Data, and Public Policy expert, the activation of the recently…
With an unwavering passion for agricultural transformation, Mr. Audax Rukonge is a dynamic leader and he was the Executive Director of the Agricultural Non-State…
Dr. Semira M. Beyana, a distinguished scientist and emerging leader, sometimes back spearheaded a transformative study that has the potential to revolutionize soybean production…
Kilimokwzana.org Team. In a country where more than 65% of the population depends on agriculture, the battle against soil acidity is a monumental task.…
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,…
Katavi, Tanzania: Located in the verdant region of Katavi, the Mlele District, renowned for its pioneering role in peanut cultivation, is on the verge…
Mtwara In regions with scarce rainfall and questionable soil fertility, such as the Southern parts of Tanzania, cassava is an essential crop. It ensures…
Environmental Players in New Tree Planting Drive to Save Water Source Environmental Players in New Tree Planting Drive to Save Water Source Stakeholders and…
Farmers Embrace Modern Techniques and Improved Varieties to Boost Yields and Food Security Mtwara, Tanzania – In a groundbreaking development for the agricultural sector,…
The joint research effort between the Agricultural Research Institute (TARI) Naliendele and farmers in Nsimbo District has brought significant changes to peanut farming, enhancing…
The district, known for its successful peanut farming, expects an increase in harvests, prompting plans to install peanut shelling machines in each ward. Mlele…
Musoma, May 8, 2023 | #RenewableEnergyFinancing From the verdant terrains of Tanzania’s Mara region, Juma Makole, a seasoned farmer and livestock keeper, battled persistent…