By Anthony Muchoki Emilio Stanley Kibaki was born early in the morning of November 15, 1931. Named Mwai after his uncle from the mother’s side, his parents, John Githinji Kibaki and Teresia Wanjiku, had seven other children who, like all the others in the village, would help hew wood, till the garden, milk the cows and take them out…
The bank’s total assets also rose by 4.1% United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc has released its unaudited results for the first quarter ended March 31st, 2022, recording impressive growth across its income lines. The bank’s result which was released to the Nigerian Stock Exchange on Tuesday showed that gross earnings rose by 18.3% from $370mln (N155.4bln) in 2021 to $437mln…
A report evaluating the work of AGRA in Ghana has commended the organization for its contribution to improving agriculture in the country. The report by US-based data science company Mathematica, assessed the impact of AGRA’s Partnership for Inclusive Agricultural Transformation in Africa (PIATA) initiative. It concluded that the public policy environment for agricultural development has been enhanced as a result…
More than half of the dollar millionaires (1300) reside in the commercial capital Dar es Salaam as the city was ranked 12th richest, with total private citizens wealth of $24 billion (Sh55 trillion). Tanzania is home to East Africa’s only dollar billionaire, this is according to the latest report by research firm New World Wealth and Henley & Partners which…
Tanzania was ranked seventh again in terms of those with a net worth of $10 million (Sh23 billion) or more. Tanzania has 80 such individuals, behind Ghana (120) Morocco (220) Kenya (340) Nigeria (510), Egypt (880) and South Africa (2,080). Tanzania has been ranked seventh in terms of the number of dollar millionaires, according to a report by research…
The government has instituted electronic, digitally verifiable Covid-19 laboratory test results and vaccine certificates that would facilitate smoother and hassle-free travel. The health ministry’s executive director Ben Nangombe yesterday said the government has partnered with the African Union and the Pana Bios Consortium to introduce trusted travel and trusted vaccines technology platforms. He explained that the new technological innovation…
*Financing needed for formulating remaining District Agricultural Development Plans By Vianey Rweyendela Smallholder farmers in Tanzania have something new to smile about. Early March 2022, Prime Minister Kassim Majaliwa inaugurated District Agricultural Development Plans (DADPs) for 30 out of 184 Local Government Authorities(LGAs). DADPs are pivotal bottom-up planning tools, considering the vast geography of the nation. It will…
In Africa, rice is a staple food. But its people rely heavily on imported rice from Asia that is of superior quality. Of recent, however, there have been moves to upgrade milling technology to enable the processing of local rice so it can compete with imported variants. Rice is third most important cereal crop in the world after maize…
The Russia-Ukraine war has disrupted wheat exports, driving wheat prices up by 60% in Africa, the president of the African Development Bank (AfDB) said Tuesday, warning that the continent will lose up to $11 billion worth of food due to the conflict. “Already, the price of wheat has gone up about 60%. Maize and other grains will also be…
Edson Gidion Baraukwa, +255745358243 | gideonedson@gmail.com From witnessing the Northern Lights to snorkelling in Bora Bora, here’s some of the very best experiences to add to your bucket list. From seeking out adventure to getting up close and personal with a range of wild animals to taking on an epic journey, travel bucket list experiences have become ever more…
TANZANIA continues to reap the fruits of empowering women after attaining the honor to have a delegate listed in the list of top 100 Women CEOs in Africa for 2021. Founder of Women in Management (WIMA), Naike Moshi has been announced in the second list of top 100 Women CEO’s in Africa. The list was announced recently by the…
Business Insider Africa presents 20 African countries with the best electricity access. This list is courtesy of Tracking SDG7: The Energy Progress Report, a global dashboard dedicated to registering progress on energy access. electricity access simply entails the percentage of people, within a given location or country, who have stable access to electricity. Poor electricity access is one of the…
After receiving approval from the Kenya Institute of Curriculum Development, Kodris Africa, an online publishing company that focuses in preparing learners with 21st-century skills, will offer the syllabus. The government of Kenya has approved the coding curriculum to be learnt by secondary and primary school students that will teach coding to young learners. Kenya will be the first African…
Agenda 2063 is the African Union’s long-term framework for socio-economic development, regional integration and the preservation of history and culture. The agenda has 15 flagship projects. These have been identified as necessary for meeting the continent’s aspirations. They are wide-ranging and include constructing a network of high-speed trains; ending violence and creating continental financial institutions. But, in my view, the core…
By Edson Baraukwa | gideonedson@gmail.com There are eight types of baobab trees in the world, of which six are in Madagascar, one in Australia and one on mainland Africa. The species found in Tanzania is Adansonia digitata, the largest of all eight. One of the best parks in the north to see them is the Tarangire National Park. I like…
The region is slowly morphing into the new ‘Middle East’ in regard to oil and gas. But this will entirely depend on how well East Africa can diversify her economies on the back of the resources. South Sudan, Kenya and Uganda hold the region’s 10.8 billion barrels, with more barrels expected during exploration of new blocks, according to a…
As the foundation of the food sector, fertilizer is responsible for half of the world’s food production, according to analysts. The International Fertilizer Association (IFA) says fertilizer feed about 50 per cent of the world’s population which amounts to around 20 billion meals per day. It provides almost one million jobs in production around the world. Behind this phenomenal…
Africa has the lowest number of internet connections, but has the largest potential for progress, imagine life without the internet and telecommunications. Until the internet entered many African countries, communications was a nightmare. When digital communications emerged, life began to improve as it became easier to communicate. And the internet became a leveler or so it seemed as it…
GOOGLE’S first product development centre in Africa, to be located in Kenya, is anticipated to create transformative products and services for the continent and people around the world. It is hiring engineers, product managers, user experience designers and researchers to lay the foundation for significant growth. “Google’s mission in Africa is to make the internet helpful to Africans and…
Nairobi, Kenya – AGRA has announced the opening of applications for the second cohort for the Centre for African Leaders in Agriculture (CALA)’s Advanced Leadership Programme. Designed for rising stars and established executives from across Africa’s agriculture sector in government, the private sector, and civil society, the programme is the continent’s premier leadership programme tailored for developing leaders to…
Throughout his musical career, Aliaune Thiam — known as Akon to the world at large — has been dedicated to making life better on the African continent. Back in 2015, he told The Guardian that the reason for his dedication to African causes was because the charities that are currently on the continent don’t always help the people they claim to help. “One…
Mr Ramathan Ggoobi, the Ministry of Finance permanent secretary (Left) stands next to oil drilling conductor pipes in the KingFisher oilfield during a tour of the oil facilities in the Albertine Graben recently. PHOTO/Paul Murungi By Paul Murungi What you need to know: East Africa rising. The East African region is slowly morphing into the new ‘Middle East’ in regard…
Yoox-owned label 8 by Yoox has revealed its new project, Tales by Africa, dedicated to artisanal and African culture and will include capsules created by six designers from the African continent. Set to become available from the beginning of May, the collections include ready-to-wear pieces, bags, accessories and footwear. Each of the designers have focused on one tradition from…
Mining for cobalt by hand in DR Congo (Photo: Amnesty International) The credibility of Europe’s approach to a green economic transition abroad will depend on its ability to help create and sustain green industrialisation in African countries, making African countries not just targets of European policy, but key actors of a new and interconnected green economy. Africa-Europe discussions on climate…
Nyerere was at the forefront of cooperating with fellow freedom fighters of Tanganyika that gained independence on December 9,1961 from the British colonialists Dar es Salaam. The founding Father of the Nation, Mwalimu Julius Kambarage Nyerere, was born on April 13, 1922 in Butiama District, Mara Region and died on October 14, 1999. However, the question is why should we…
“In light of the current technological trends and innovations, and digital trade, it is imperative for African countries to implement data privacy and protection policies The pandemic has driven home the high value of personal data to the global economy, while also highlighting its vulnerability to abuse and attack. In response, governments around the world, including those in Africa,…
The founder of the Big G, Sir George Owino (left) and a sample of the beloved Big G In the aughts and approximately three decades prior, the Big G was the biggest chewing gum brand beloved by the old, the young and everyone in between. It was a household name. Its distinct larger size (as compared to other pellets in the…
Spurred on by young people’s ingenuity, creativity and audacity, digital technology is changing the face of Africa. Africa has been known for its vast natural resources for decades, including diamonds, platinum, cobalt, iron ore, gold, etc. However, the continent will now need to enter the speed race for ICT skills, which have become a critical part of any national digital…
* Access to electricity is an urgent challenge due to the African population projected to double to nearly 2.4 billion by 2050. * Being among the most vulnerable continents to climate change, Africa bestowed greater importance on climate-friendly initiatives to mitigate the effects of climate change. * Cooperation with China fortifies Africa’s quest for climate-friendly sustainable development by cultivating…
Stimulating innovative entrepreneurship for sustainable job creation. This is the main challenge of the 6th edition of the African Business & Social Responsibility Forum which will be held from 4 to 5 October 2022 in the city of Dubai in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). During this meeting, which will be attended by 500 business leaders and public actors…
Marco Van Embden – Conservationist & Founder: Timeless Africa Safari Luxury “Legacy is not what you leave for somebody, but what you leave in somebody.” – Ross Symons When planning our legacy, we often think about what tangible things we can leave for our children and future generations. We accumulate wealth, property, and possessions in the hope that our loved ones will benefit…
In early March the United Nation’s General Assembly voted on a resolution demanding Russia immediately stop its military operations in Ukraine. Out of 193 member states, 141 voted in support of the resolution, five voted against, 35 abstained and 12 didn’t vote at all. Of the 54 African member states, Eritrea voted against the resolution, 16 African countries including South Africa abstained, while…
Suddenly, Twitter’s biggest stakeholder is Tesla’s Elon Musk Tesla CEO Elon Musk owns a 9% stake in Twitter and is now the social media platform’s largest shareholder. The ultimate aim of Musk’s 73.5 million share purchase worth $3 billion is not clear, yet in late March Musk, who has 80 million Twitter followers, questioned free speech on Twitter and…
Mon, 4 April 2022, 6:56 pm·3-min read Musicians worldwide were celebrated during the 64th Grammy Awards hosted by South African comedian Trevor Noah in Las Vegas on Sunday. Benin’s Angelique Kidjo and South Africa’s DJ Black Coffee won Grammys for their respective albums. Ukraine’s President Zelensky made a surprise video appearance appealing for support. South African artist DJ Black Coffee won…
More than 50,000 Africans got training and 23 agricultural demonstration centers built on the continent For Solomon Yokamo and his fellow students, the solution to feeding Africa’s growing population could be found in a plot of farmland about 400 kilometers southwest of Beijing. The Ethiopian, who is majoring in resources utilization and plant protection as a postgraduate student at…
From wind farms across the African coastline to geothermal projects in the east African rift valley, a new United Nations climate report on Monday brought the continent’s vast clean energy potential into the spotlight. If realized, these renewable energy projects could blunt the harshest global warming effects, power the continent’s projected economic development and lift millions out of poverty,…
Ever wonder about women-owned businesses? Consider these facts: 42% of all U.S.-owned companies are owned by women; 4 out of 10 businesses are owned by women; Women-owned businesses generate $1.9 trillion annually; Between 2014-2019, Black women-owned firms grew 50%, the highest growth rate of any woman-based demographic; Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander (41%), Latina/Hispanic (40%), Asian American (37%) and Native American/Alaska Native (26%) businesses grew at a…
The pandemic sent global hunger soaring, but now the war in Ukraine is making the problem far worse The pandemic sent global hunger soaring, but now the war in Ukraine is making the problem far worse. Since Russia and Ukraine together supply 30% of global wheat exports, a big chunk of the world is losing access to food. Now one of the…
President Samia will witness the unveiling of ‘Ajenda 10/30’ tag coined by the ministry to rally efforts of both public and private sectors to turn around the fortunes of thousands of people eking out a living from the agricultural value chain. Dar Es Salaam. About 3,000 people are expected in Dodoma today to witness the government embark on an ambitious…
At 46, he is the youngest dollar billionaire in Africa, with a net worth of $1.5 billion. He says that growing up, he always wanted to become wealthy but as time went by he realised that money was not the most important thing. Mohammed Dewji, better known as Mo Dewji, president of Mohammed Enterprise Tanzania Ltd (MeTL), was ranked 15…
TRENDING TODAY The impending World Cup 2022 has prompted the publication of a detailed fan survey eliciting what supporters think of the winter contest. 4,981 fans from around the world were asked for their views by Footballco via the Goal website to gauge anticipation for an event that will now bring up the rear of the calendar instead of…
KALAHARI DESERT, NAMIBIA, TSUNKWE, NAMIBIA : Group of women from the San tribe playing a game in which they dance in circles with their legs banded together in a remote village from the Kalahari desert. (Photo by Jorge Fernández/LightRocket via Getty Images) ‘Africa is absent from the future. In almost every future, dystopian or utopian, there is a continent-sized…
In our beloved President Mama Samia Suluhu Hassan, we have a great role model to look up to, says Dr Betty Kwoko Mgimba Tanzania’s professional women need to rise to the occasion and play a more significant role in taking the country to the next level, Dr Betty Kwoko Mgimba, Equity Bank Tanzania’s Head of Customer Service & Experience…