African Agriculture and Food Systems
Mango farming in Kenya is a thriving agricultural venture with the potential to significantly contribute to the country’s economy and improve the livelihoods of…
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…
Mkuranga, Tanzania – Nestled in the fertile landscapes of Mkuranga, a model mango farm managed by seasoned agricultural expert Hamadi Mkopi is redefining the…
Kilimokwanza.org Correpondent Tanzania, renowned for its rich culture and stunning landscapes, is also home to a thriving mango industry. While mangoes have long been…
Juma Msafiri The Irish potato is a vital crop in Tanzania, crucial in food security and income generation for many households. This report delves…
Tanzania Sustainable Soybean Initiative (TSSI) Releases Comprehensive 2024 Soybean Grower Registration Report The Tanzania Sustainable Soybean Initiative (TSSI), under the Southern Agricultural Growth Corridor…
Juma Msafiri Africa, a continent with a substantial agricultural sector, is experiencing a surge in adopting digital technologies to enhance productivity and efficiency. This…
Juma Msafiri Tanzania, a land of diverse landscapes and agricultural abundance, holds a prominent position as one of the largest potato producers in Sub-Saharan…
Dar es Salaam, December 11, 2024 – The potential for Tanzania to emerge as a global leader in mango production and processing was the…
The Southern Agricultural Growth Corridor of Tanzania, which the SAGCOT Centre drives, is a public-private partnership (PPP) that has become a driving force in…
The Tanzanian government has released a comprehensive forecast for the 2024/2025 rainy season through the Ministry of Agriculture and the Tanzania Meteorological Authority (TMA),…
By Juma Msafiri Apple farming in Tanzania is rapidly growing into a lucrative venture, thanks to increasing demand, favorable climatic conditions in certain regions,…
Kilimokwanza.org Reporter On June 17, 2024, SAGCOT CEO Geoffrey Kirenga (@GeoffreyK) reported a transformative moment for Tanzanian agriculture: the Ruvuma region celebrated its first…
November 6, 2024 – Dar es Salaam, Tanzania In a landmark event, the Deputy Permanent Secretary of Tanzania’s Ministry of Agriculture (Cooperatives and Irrigation),…
Tanzania has long been recognized for its diverse agricultural output, but its rising prominence as a global bean producer is remarkable. Despite the average…
The ACCELERATE Project – A Seed of Hope for Tanzanian FarmersIn a groundbreaking effort to address the challenges of climate change and low crop…
In the fertile Kilombero Valley, Praxeda Melkior’s journey from aspiring farmer to successful CEO reveals a blueprint for transforming Tanzania’s massive youth population into…
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: A Landmark Gathering for Agriculture and Poultry The Tanzania Poultry Show 2024, held in Dar es Salaam, drew stakeholders from across…
Dar es Salaam, October 19, 2024— Tulalumba (Tullah) Mloge, Principal Executive Assistant to the CEO of the SAGCOT Centre (Southern Agricultural Growth Corridor of…
At the African Food Systems Conference held on August 6, 2023, in Dar Es Salaam, a key issue affecting Tanzania’s agricultural sector took center…
By KilimoKwanza.org Correspondent Tanzania’s agricultural sector has faced a longstanding challenge: soil acidity, particularly in regions like Iringa and Songwe. This issue has hindered…
Special Correspodent The Inclusive Green Growth (IGG) Guiding Tool for Small-Scale Producers is a landmark achievement in Tanzania’s agricultural development, offering smallholder farmers a…
The Baseline Report of the Tanzanian Soybean Sub-Sector(2023) offers an extensive analysis of soybean production in Tanzania. This report serves as a crucial resource…