Tanzania Embarks on a Transformative Journey in Blue Economy: New Fishing Port in Kilwa Masoko to Generate 30,000 Jobs

Fresh from the successes of the AGRF Summit in Dar es Salaam, President Dr. Samia Suluhu Hassan is pivoting Tanzania towards a transformative chapter in its blue economy. Minister for Livestock and Fisheries, Abdalla Ulega, elaborated on this ambitious project, underscoring Tanzania’s commitment to food system reform and development. President Dr. Samia is leading the East African food powerhouse…

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Africa must heavily invest in  infrastructure- Biteko

DEPUTY Prime Minister Doto Biteko has underlined the importance for African governments to invest heavily in power, transport and communication infrastructure to have its 2063 agenda 2063 realised. The deputy PM said Tanzania is determined and strategically positioned to connect Africa to various infrastructure to spur development and economic growth. Officiating at the four-day AU Specialised Technical Committee on…

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Africa must heavily invest in  infrastructure- Biteko

DEPUTY Prime Minister Doto Biteko has underlined the importance for African governments to invest heavily in power, transport and communication infrastructure to have its 2063 agenda 2063 realised. The deputy PM said Tanzania is determined and strategically positioned to connect Africa to various infrastructure to spur development and economic growth. Officiating at the four-day AU Specialised Technical Committee on…

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CALA Food Systems Leadership in Africa: Charting the Path for Inclusive Transformation

TANZANIA- The bustling coastal city of Dar es Salaam witnessed a monumental congregation of Africa’s most influential figures in agriculture. Both established and emerging leaders descended upon Tanzania to delineate inclusive strategies that address the continent’s escalating food system challenges. Organised by the Centre for African Leaders in Agriculture (CALA), the two-day symposium, aptly titled ‘Food Systems Leadership in…

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A Spotlight on Women and Youth: Africa’s Agricultural Renaissance Brews at the Intersection of Tradition and Innovation

Amid the sweeping savannahs and bustling marketplaces of Africa, a new narrative is emerging. The recently concluded Africa Food Systems Forum 2023 laid the foundation for a future where tradition meets innovation, and where the youth and women stand at the forefront of an agricultural transformation. Empowering Tomorrow’s Agri-Leaders While the forum discussed extensive topics spanning investments, technological adaptations,…

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Tanzanian Vice President Dr. Philip Mpango Calls for Enhanced Agricultural Practices at AGRF Dealroom

DAR ES SALAAM — Vice President Dr. Philip Mpango’s address at the AGRF Dealroom event today was a clarion call for agricultural transformation in Africa. Addressing African leaders with fervor, Dr. Mpango spotlighted the critical areas of innovation, inclusivity, and fair trade in the continent’s agricultural landscape. Speaking on the continent’s potential, Dr. Mpango remarked, “I think Africa needs…

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Permanent Secretary Gerald Mweli Sets High Expectations as Tanzania Prepares to Host AGRF Summit

With Tanzania set to host the transformative Africa Food Systems 2023 Summit next week, Mr. Gerald Mweli, Permanent Secretary at the Ministry of Agriculture, is front and center in setting expectations sky-high for the event. Under his leadership, Tanzania’s agriculture stakeholders are gearing up for a summit that promises to be more than just another conference—it’s envisioned as a…

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Permanent Secretary Gerald Mweli Sets High Expectations as Tanzania Prepares to Host AGRF Summit

With Tanzania set to host the transformative Africa Food Systems 2023 Summit next week, Mr. Gerald Mweli, Permanent Secretary at the Ministry of Agriculture, is front and center in setting expectations sky-high for the event. Under his leadership, Tanzania’s agriculture stakeholders are gearing up for a summit that promises to be more than just another conference—it’s envisioned as a…

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