By Japhet Laizer, AGRA Program officer Agriculture in Africa has the potential not only to satisfy its own domestic food needs but also those of the rest of the world. Agriculture remains one of the driving sectors for the continent, supporting the majority of the population and accounting for 14% of GDP in sub-Saharan Africa. As agriculture becomes more…
“The theme for this year’s celebration is “The teachers we need for the education we want.” Every year on 5 October South Africa commemorates Teacher’s Day to recognise the importance of educators in society. It is a day set aside for students and communities to recognise the crucial part that teachers play in helping students become better citizens and…
Morocco, Portugal and Spain will be joint hosts for the 2030 World Cup but games will also be played in Uruguay, Argentina and Paraguay as the footballing showpiece celebrates its centenary, FIFA announced on Wednesday. FIFA said in a statement that the matches in South America, one each in Montevideo, Buenos Aires and Asuncion, were part of the celebration…
Soccer’s biggest championship will celebrate its centenary by placing games in South America, Europe and Africa, with most of the games in Spain, Portugal and Morocco. Soccer’s World Cup will be staged in six countries on three continents in its centenary edition in 2030, an unexpected and complex alteration to its traditional format that was approved on Wednesday in…
Morocco will host the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon), organisers the Confederation of African Football (Caf) has announced. A joint East African bid from Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania won the right to hold the 2027 tournament. Morocco replace Guinea, after the country was stripped of the tournament in October last year because of concerns about infrastructure and facilities….
President Samia Suluhu Hassan has congratulated Twiga Stars for progressing to the next round of the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) qualifiers. “I wish them all the best in their next round. As pledged, this victory has a lucrative reward,” writes President Samia on her X (formerly Twitter) account. Tanzania’s Twiga Stars have marched to the second…
DStv Premiership champions Mamelodi Sundowns have one foot in the CAF Champions League group stage. Mamelodi Sundowns made light weight of Burundi’s Bumaruru in a CAF Champions League preliminary round qualifier, what does coach Rhulani Mokwena say? BUMARURU 0-4 MAMELODI SUNDOWNS Following the end of the international week, Sundowns restarted business with a trip to Tanzania to face the…
The record seven-time African champions dominated possession in sweltering Cairo, but had only a 37th-minute Mostafa Fathy goal to show for their supremacy Egypt sorely missed rested captain and star forward Mohamed Salah on Friday as they laboured to a 1-0 win over Ethiopia in the final round of Africa Cup of Nations qualifying. The record seven-time African champions…
Fazeena Saleem | The Peninsula Doha, Qatar: A Qatar Foundation (QF) student has become the youngest Qatari to climb Mount Kilimanjaro – the highest mountain in Africa. The 14-year-old Yousef Al Kuwari, a QF’s Qatar Academy – Al Wakra (QAW) student, is now arguably the youngest Qatari to climb Kilimanjaro. Al Kuwari was part of a group of students…
Tanzania has been ranked number 11 in the latest list of countries with the largest political party by members. The Global Index’s 2023 report says Tanzania holds the position through its ruling party, Chama cha Mapinduzi (CCM) reportedly has a total of 8.4 million active members. Tanzania with a total of 61.7 million people, according to the 2022 Census,…
The depth of the education problem in Africa is quite deep The African Union has outlined its educational program for 2024 amid a biting shortage of 17 million teachers in Africa. Mohamed Belhocine, the AU commissioner for Education, Science, Technology, and Innovation, said that despite the global crises facing the world, the continental body would dedicate itself in 2024…
As we approach the midpoint to deliver the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, TRAFFIC flags that biodiversity is still not sufficiently integrated into the implementation of the SDGs. Ahead of the Ministerial Segment of the United Nations High-Level Political Forum on Sustainable Development (HLPF) on 17-19 July, TRAFFIC underscores the urgency to mainstream biodiversity to accelerate progress for people and…
Summary The new program to strengthen Zanzibar’s horticulture market is expected to substantially increase economic opportunities in horticulture sector Zanzibar. The US government in partnership with Zanzibar have unveiled a new programme to strengthening Zanzibar’s horticulture market systems and promoting. Dubbed Feed the Future Tanzania Kilimo Tija Activity, the project is expected to increase economic opportunities in horticulture, with…
*The Majestic Peaks of Pare: An Introduction*The Dance of Dawn: Experiencing Daybreak in the Pare Mountains*Nature’s Resilience: The Biodiversity of Pare Mountains*Living Histories: The Culture and Traditions of the Pare People Hello, world! This is Elly Kimbwereza, reporting from my home base, Tona Lodge, situated in the serene Southern Pare. Amidst the sprawling landscapes and tucked away corners of…
Summary The incident occurred after fans broke the entrance gate, forcing them to enter the stadium to witness the historic match between Yanga and USM Algier. Dar es Salaam. One person was killed, and 30 others were injured after soccer fans pushed through one of the access gates at the CAF Confederation Cup at the Benjamin Mkapa Stadium in…
Summary Key development projects to be executed include expanding irrigation infrastructure to stimulate agricultural productivity and economic growth Dar es Salaam. The government will spend Sh198 billion more on agriculture development projects in the next financial year after increasing its total budget for the sector to Sh970 billion. Key development projects to be executed include expanding irrigation infrastructure to…
A clinical fellowship in nuclear medicine, aimed to address the shortage of imaging medical physicists in Africa, is underway in Accra. The six-month fellowship, which opened on April 3 and expected to end on October 3, 2023, has eight participants from five African countries: Ethiopia, Kenya, Morocco, Sudan, and Tanzania. A study conducted by the International Atomic Energy Agency…
Kenyan riot police were out on the streets on Tuesday as the opposition defied a police ban and staged new demonstrations over the cost of living crisis and last year’s election results. Previous protests called by veteran opposition leader Raila Odinga have turned violent, with at least three people killed as police fired tear gas and gangs went on…
Young football talents in Nigeria and Africa in general who have been yearning for an avenue to showcase their God-given skills have been provided with a platform through which their dreams could be realized. Three partners: the Abu Salami Media, 1XBet, and David Adeleke (Davido) have teamed up with a plan to launch a model football talent hunt programme…
EUROPE-BASED Zimbabwean academic, writer and poet Mthulisi Ndlovu (27) is set to publish a children’s book titled Maria Goes To Africa, which he says is based on Afrocentric history paying more attention to Zimbabwe. Ndlovu told NewsDay Life & Style that the book series, to be published in July by Ubuntu Afro-Publishers in collaboration with a Europe-based publisher, will…
Summary The government is continuing inspecting warehouses and shops to identify other harmful pesticides Dar es Salaam. The government has banned the use of 44 pesticides that are harmful to human health and the environment, deputy Agriculture minister, Anthony Mavunde, told the Parliament yesterday. He was responding to a question from Special Seats MP, Asha Abdullah Juma, who sought…
Summary The professor has been in academic teaching and research for nearly 47 years since April 1976 ________________ Meet Prof Verdiana-Grace Masanja, a woman with many titles. Prof Masanja is the first Tanzanian woman to get a PhD in Mathematics and the first female Maths professor in the country. She was also the first black woman from Sub-Saharan Africa…
Unguja. The Zanzibar government has on Friday April 7 assured international travelers that the Isle is safe and open for business. Tourism minister Simai Mohamed Said said there had been no reported cases or threats of Marburg virus in Zanzibar, and as such noted that the country was welcoming travelers as usual. In an official statement, Mr Simai noted…
A hefty war chest, “best national organization that worked for him and the ground game” are the factors which Bola Tinubu emerged victorious at the 2023 presidential election, American diplomat Johnnie Carson has asserted. Mr. Carson co-led National Democratic Institute (NDI) and International Republican Institute (IRI), International Election Observation Mission to Nigeria during the elections. On Thursday, Carson, an…
Tourism AS the ‘Air Force Two’ kisses the Julius Nyerere International Airport’s (JNIA) runway today, tourism stakeholders will definitely be rubbing their hands. Perhaps, this signals the prospects of the visit of the second in command in the Oval Office. A section of players in the 2billion US dollars (about 5tri/-) a year industry have expressed their optimism as…
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, March 17th, 2023 – Her Excellency Dr. Samia Suluhu Hassan, President of the United Republic of Tanzania, has officially launched Africa’s Food System Forum 2023, the premier platform for advancing the agriculture and food systems agenda in Africa. The launch, which took place at State House, Tanzania, emphasized the importance of including youth and women…
In recent tweets, Kenyan blogger Dikembe discusses the current state of politics in Kenya, drawing comparisons to the time before the Handshake agreement between President Uhuru Kenyatta and opposition leader Raila Odinga. Dikembe notes that, just like before the Handshake, there are those on both sides who opposed the agreement. Raila’s men were shocked by his decision and accused…
Madam Asseta Diallo, Senior Programmes Officer at the Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa (AGRA) Ghana says the country’s dependence on organic fertilisers for soil nutrients may not help achieve food security. She explained that Ghana had a poor fertility status where about 65 per cent of agricultural land was depleted or severely degraded due to human activities…
SIMBA Head Coach Roberto Oliveira congratulated his charges for steering the team to CAF Champions League quarterfinals while Horoya Assistant Coach Sekou Soumah conceded the big upset. The Msimbazi Street Reds were on rampage at Benjamin Mkapa Stadium in Dar es Salaam over the weekend after purverising the Guineans with 7-0 blitz to sail into the last-8 of the…
King Mohammed VI of Morocco announced on Tuesday his country’s decision to present a joint bid together with Spain and Portugal to host the 2030 FIFA World Cup. In a message to the Confederation of African Football (CAF), the king said this joint bid would bring together Africa and Europe, the northern and southern Mediterranean, and the African, Arab…
Footballers are some of the biggest celebrities in the world these days and stars from PSG, Real Madrid, Bayern Munich and Barcelona are some of the most Googled people in 2023. Plenty of the high-profile stars in the game today have attracted a mainstream audience, you only need to look at the most followed people on Instagram to tell you that….
By Edson Baraukwa | Africa Guardian Dar es Salaam, Tanzania – As a human being, you have an inherent responsibility to accept and embrace your nature in all its forms and possible manners of acting. Don’t construct imaginary walls around yourself that become increasingly hard to break as time passes, or worse, invite others to join you in the…
By Anthony Muchoki Dr. Agnes M. Kalibata, President of AGRA, has commended the Tanzanian government for taking a significant step towards enabling youth to participate in food system transformation. A strong advocate for youth empowerment in agricuture, Dr Kalibata believes that “the younger generation needs to have productive, meaningful lives. Let’s give them the technologies and opportunity to be…
Source | Alliance for Green Revolution in Africa, AGRA (Nairobi) Tanzania will host the AGRF 2023 Summit, the announcement was made by Her Excellency Samia Suluhu Hassan, the president of the United Republic of Tanzania and H.E Hailemariam Dessalegn, the Chair of the AGRF Partners Group on the sidelines of the U.S. Africa Leaders’ Summit currently taking place in…
*50 Potential Outcomes for Tanzania The AGRF Food Systems Forum will take place in Tanzania in 2023. John Muchoki and John Beda will examine the potential outcomes of the Summit on agriculture in Tanzania, building on the efforts made by various stakeholders to improve the sector. The Summit seeks to advance the progress of the Malabo Declaration and prioritize…
Tanzania will host the AGRF 2023 Summit, the announcement was made by Her Excellency Samia Suluhu Hassan, the president of the United Republic of Tanzania and H.E Hailemariam Dessalegn, the Chair of the AGRF Partners Group on the sidelines of the U.S. Africa Leaders’ Summit currently taking place in Washington, DC. The AGRF, Africa’s Food Systems Forum, is the…
By Susan T. If you ask married couples if they would choose a different partner if they had the chance to do it all over again, about 60% of them will say they would. They may say that their current partner no longer loves or cares for them in the same way, or they want someone who is more…
By Susan T. As a writer, I have often wondered what other careers I might have pursued if I had chosen a different path. However, as I considered various options, I found that I had a fear or phobia towards many of them. For example, I considered becoming a teacher, but my memories of my own high school experiences…
Oluwatobiloba Amusan has been named the best women’s athlete in Africa and fifth best in the globe by the World Athletics. Amusan shot to international prominence following her impressive performances at the 2022 World Athletics Championships in Oregon, United States of America. The 24-year-old claimed gold medal in the 100m hurdles and also set a new world record of…
Messi ‘deserved’ to be a World Cup winner, says Brazilian legend Brazilian legend Pele has congratulated Argentina and their superstar Lionel Messi for winning the 2022 FIFA World Cup and French star Kylian Mbappe for scoring four goals in the final. “Today, football continues to tell its story, as always, in an enthralling way,” the 82-year-old wrote on Instagram….
We are excited to announce that SWAHILIES has raised $50,000 in pre-seed funding from The Baobab Network, an accelerator that backs early-stage technology startups in Africa, providing entrepreneurs with funding, support and a global platform to scale their businesses. The Baobab Network has been very supportive of us during the acceleration program and even beyond. We are super excited to be with them on this journey….
Jawad El Yamiq’s error led to Les Blues’ early opener but did Walid Regragui get the starting approach wrong in Wednesday’s semi-final? Morocco were solid defensively in their run to the World Cup semi-finals…until they were not. The Atlas Lions gave away a goal five minutes into their clash with France to throw a spanner in the works. Walid…
What you need to know: If the site meets the critical criteria for nomination by UNESCO, experts will be sent to the area for deeper geophysical assessments The Tendaguru dinosaur site in Tanzania, Lindi Region has been nominated as a world heritage site. The nomination by Unesco will see experts dispatched to the area for deeper geophysical surveys if…
What you need to know: In Senegal, Rabat is often accused of abuses against African migrants who travel north through Morocco on the way to Europe. But Senegalese President Macky Sall — who also heads the African Union — hailed the team’s “historic” qualification for the semi-final. His country is in diplomatic crisis with Morocco, but that’s not stopping Tunisian…
Cape Town mom of two, Natasha Petersen, is waving the South African flag in Qatar at the Fifa World Cup Qatar 2022. For the past six months, she has worked her magic as “Venue Logistics Manager / Site Logistics Coordinator” at Lusail Stadium. Though petite in stature, Petersen, from Grassy Park, has built a huge brand for herself over…
Is it finally Africa’s turn to win the World Cup? Pele‘s infamous African World Cup prediction has long passed its due date, but it’s still trotted out ahead of every FIFA World Cup as the continent still awaits its maiden global title. “An African nation will win the World Cup before the year 2000,” Pele declared in 1977, somewhat…
What you need to know: The 30-year-old forward, whose decisive penalty kicks won both the Africa Cup of Nations and World Cup qualification for his country this year, suffered an injury to his right fibula. Sadio Mane has been named in Senegal’s squad for the World Cup in Qatar despite injury concerns after he was hurt playing for Bayern…
Samuel Eto’o has boldly predicted an all-African World Cup final between Cameroon and Morocco in Qatar next month. Five African teams will be involved in Qatar and Eto’o predicts good showings from Senegal, Tunisia, Morocco, Ghana and Cameroon as they bid to become the first team from the continent to win a World Cup. “I see the five African…
Africa will have five home-grown coaches at the World Cup finals for the first time in a breakthrough that could lead to a change of mindset and more opportunity for locals. Cameroon, Ghana, Morocco, Senegal and Tunisia all head to Qatar next week with a local in charge, representative of a dramatic shift in attitude from football leaders on…
What you need to know: Neymar is having one of his best seasons for PSG since he joined the club following a world record 222-million-euro transfer in 2017.He has scored eight goals and contributed seven assists in 10 matches in Ligue 1. Barcelona, Spain A month before the World Cup begins in Qatar, Brazilian superstar Neymar goes on trial…
Kigali: September 7, 2022 – Eric Yirenkyi Danquah was today announced thewinner of the 2022 Africa Food Prize at the AGRF2022 Summit in Kigali, Rwanda. The Africa Food Prize is the preeminent annual award that recognizes outstandingindividuals or institutions that are leading the effort to change the reality of farmingin Africa.Eric Yirenkyi Danquah has been celebrated for his outstanding…
UKEREWE is the largest island in Lake Victoria and the largest inland island in Africa, with an area of approximately 530 square kilometre. Ukerewe Island is situated in the Ukerewe District, nearly 50 km north of Mwanza to which it is linked by ferry, and it takes 3 to 4 hours to travel. Ukerewe Island is situated 45 km…
He has been spending the Formula One summer break ‘tracing his roots’. And on Wednesday, Lewis Hamilton shared a selection of stunning snaps and videos of his recent travels in Africa as he remarked that ‘I’m not the same man I was before this trip.’ In a inspiring post reflecting on his poignant journey to ‘connect to his history’…
The rich continue to get richer while the poor remain poor as CAF President Dr Patrice Motsepe this week launched arguably the biggest competition in terms of financial rewards. The CAF Super league will feature 24 rich clubs from 16 countries. Already there is talk of the league further widening the gap between the rich and poor clubs. The…
Improved agriculture business enabling environment needed for faster agro-industrialisation uptake Dar es Salaam, 07/08/2022 Tanzania under the leadership of President Samia Suluhu Hassan has placed agriculture at the top of the agenda, thus it’s paramount for the ongoing efforts toward the implementation of the Tanzania Agro-industries Development Flagship (TAIDF) to be hastened, according to Dr Barney Laseko, a policy…
The meeting, to be held on 27, 28 and 29 July in Costa Rica, will outline the role of Africa and the Americas in global food and environmental security. It will provide opportunities for bi-regional cooperation in science, technology and innovation, with a view to building resilient and sustainable food systems. San Jose / Nairobi, 19 July 2022 (IICA/AGRA/AUDA-NEPAD)…
Out of 12 healthcare centres, only three would help us. And out of 12 backstreet providers, all but four were reachable. JOHANNESBURG – Alice* (not her real name) had an illegal abortion when she was 13-years-old. She approached three different facilities looking for help and was told by staff at each that she needed a parent to accompany her….
Senegal international Sadio Mane is set to become Africa’s highest-paid footballer, overtaking Liverpool forward Mohammed Salah and Manchester City star Riyad Mahrez. The 30-year-old Mane is joining Bundesliga champions Bayern Munich next summer after a £31.5 million buyout clause was activated. Mane who is traveling to Germany tomorrow for medical tests, has agreed on joining Bayern with his new contract…
Armed with pen and inkMind that blinks with witTime and space the limitVenting poison the vermin Searching the souls and heartsHealing the wounds and bruisesThough pricking with agitationWith emotions that will killPoetry the vehicle of vengeance Poetry the treasure of wisdomIts life spanning evolutionIts voice smoothing like oilThat anointed kings of empiresPoetry the mother of all arts Poetry the…
The Board of Directors of the African Development Bank approved the creation of a virtual academy to build public financial management capacity in African countries. Countries will receive technical assistance through structured, targeted, dedicated and local training as well as through policy dialogue. The academy, hosted within the African Development Institute of the African Development Bank Group, will deepen…
A Policy Position Paper by Maida Waziri The position of this paper is that there is an urgent need to address the lacuna in development policies, laws and regulations about cottage (home based) industries. If addressed cottage industries will be able to establish business linkages, partnerships and subcontracting relationships to complement small, medium and large industries. Failure to recognize…
The football World Cup 2022 is set to kick off at the end of this year. Fans are anticipating the African players who will or will not be playing for their nation in Qatar this year. Bettors are already frantically placing their bets on sites like Betway casino. #FeaturebyLihet – Amongst the lot who will miss out this year,…
Arusha, June 6, 2022: In starring and guiding The Royal Tour Film, President Samia Suluhu Hassan has shown how Tanzania tourism remains one of the best globally, and despite the shortcomings brought about by COVID, it will rise. The sentiments have been made by Arusha based tourism entrepreneur and operator Ms Michelle Mrema, the founder and managing director…
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania: June 2, 2022 Tanzania is racing to be East Africa’s rice hub by meeting in totality the regional need for the food crop. The 4th largest producer of rice in Africa and the second-largest in Eastern & Southern Africa, has put in place adequate plans and measures to increase rice production annually, set to reach…
By Elly D. Kimbwereza, Tona Lodge (tonalodge.org) I believe that Tanzania’s heritage of its cultural values should be recognized as our country’s most precious resource coupled by our wild land and animals because the rewards of wildlife and nature conservation can be reaped sustainably through multi- use tourism benefiting not only tourists but Tanzania’s land, animals and rural communities….
Summary The trophy is accompanied in the country by Brazilian footballer Juliano Belleti President Samia Suluhu Hassan has on Tuesday May 31, 2022 received the 2022 FIFA World Cup trophy at State House Dar es Salaam. The coveted Fifa World Cup trophy has arrived in Tanzania for the much-awaited, two-day tour. The trophy is on a world tour ahead…
By DR. AGNES KALIBATA The food price crisis of 2007-2008, Covid-19, the Russia – Ukraine War, and climate change have exposed the fragility of food systems. The greatest risk lies in refusing to learn from lessons of the past. At the start of 2022, we were already facing the prospect of a food crisis. Even before the first Russian…
Cape Town – UCT has announced that it will introduce Swahili from 2023, with the aim of launching it as a major subject in 2028. Swahili is a language spoken either as a mother tongue or as a second language on the East Coast of Africa and is used in more than 14 countries. The announcement was made by…
*Workable input distribution networks key to technology adoption, sustainable and improved food systems Dr Joseph Mhagama is a Member of Parliament for Madaba Constituency in Tanzania, chair of parliamentary committee on Law and Constitution and the CEO of RUCODIA (Ruvuma Commercialization and Diversification of Agriculture)” a vocal civil society about commercialization and diversification of agriculture as a pathway to…
Summary After the announcement of Beatrice Nyamari as the new Managing Director of Tanzanian firm Smart Codes, The Citizen Business Week reporter had a follow up interview to get to know her. Who is Beatrice Nyamari? You spent over 15 years in senior leadership roles across Africa with global companies such as Coca-Cola, WPP, and Airtel Africa; tell us…
The documentary was shot between August and September last year, and was screened in New York on April 18, Los Angeles on April 21, Arusha on April 28, Zanzibar on May 7, and Dar es Salaam on May 8. The choice of a US launch was deliberate as Tanzania is seeking high spenders looking for unique experiences such as…
The second round will launch with business and financial training for more than 50 delegates Dar es Salaam: The Bloomberg Media Initiative Africa (BMIA) has today announced the second intake of its Financial Journalism Training (FJT) program in Tanzania, which will train journalists and media professionals in business and financial journalism, to bolster the country’s financial reporting industry. The…
(BUSINESS WIRE)–In its continuing effort to bring the UEFA Champions League (UCL) experience closer to more football fans around the world, Heineken has staged its most elaborate Trophy Tour in Africa yet. The 10-day tour, which ended on April 13 in Abuja, Nigeria, ahead of the 2022 final match on May 28, included several public events that featured the…
The African continent is extensive, diverse, rich and holds numerous social aspects throughout its territory. From its historical, scientific and cultural contributions, Africa is still able to positively offer diverse experiences by presenting itself as a land of contrasts and also of great architectural monuments. Among them are historic African fortresses, which help us to refer to a very…
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…
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…
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…
“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,…
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…
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…
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…
AGRA signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) to enhance the agricultural transformation in Africa to create jobs, boost trade, strengthen resilience, and transform economies. Through the MoU, AGRA and USDA intend to collaborate across several areas including: coordinating research on seed, soil and water technologies; training to ensure farmers have the…
A victory would have been a rare chance for Cairo’s streets to fill with the familiar sounds of cars honking and an air of celebration to cushion what has been a difficult month for Egyptians across the country. Heads in Cairo hung heavy as the Pharaohs lost their place in the Qatar World Cup to the Senegalese Lions of…
The five African nations heading to Qatar for the 2022 FIFA World Cup were confirmed on Tuesday night. Cameroon, Morocco, Tunisia, Ghana and Senegal will represent CAF in the first ever November/December World Cup. All five qualifiers booked their places at Qatar 2022 by winning two-legged playoffs. Those playoffs turned out to be largely close affairs as the away…
African civil society organizations meet and adopt a joint declaration ahead of FAO Regional Conference for Africa (ARC32) The COVID-19 pandemic, climate change and other shocks hit the food security status and livelihoods of the most vulnerable populations the hardest – that was the central theme in a declaration at the end of a two-day regional consultation by civil…
Africa’s leading e-commerce builder, StartWeb, has partnered with Haptics Academy, a training and technology solutions organisation and a ‘Grow with Google partner, to facilitate a free training program specifically designed for African entrepreneurs and small business owners. A statement by IDAfrica said the goal is to tutor over 1,000 business owners to expand their operations and upgrade their skills…
UN, Lagos make case for groundwater as bodies sink boreholesSome 418 million Africans lack water besides 779 million others in need of basic sanitation services and another 208 million persons still practising open defecation and 839 million seeking essential hygiene services on the continent. Consequently, a United Nations Children’s Education Fund (UNICEF)/World Health Organisation (WHO) report on Africa has…
Dar es Salaam In the wake of World Oral Health Day on 20 March 2022, Tanzanians have been urged to take oral health care seriously as it is the gateway to quality health and life. Alternatively, it is the gateway to adverse health, including chronic diseases, depending on how one treats the mouth. Dr Donna Williams- Ngirwa, a renowned…
Three African students share some of their thoughts on obstacles for development in their countries. ‘We need students to understand how important issues such as poverty, education and corruption are.’ A continent plagued with colonialism and exploitation, Africa faces many obstacles in its strive for development. Poverty and inadequate access to education and healthcare are only some of the…
A pre-plant, pre-emergence treatment herbicide that effectively controls resistant wheat crop weeds JOHANNESBURG, South Africa, Corteva Agriscience has brought its latest crop protection solution, Aubaine® 518 SC herbicide, to South African wheat farmers. Aubaine® 518 SC provides pre-plant, pre-emergence, or early post-emergence control of wheat crop weeds, particularly in regions that experience widespread winter rainfall. The product contains active ingredients…
Implementation of District Agricultural Development Plans huge impetus to accelerating agricultural transformation in Tanzania Tanzania has made a new stride in the drive to accelerate agricultural transformation by formulating, developing and implementing District Agricultural Development Plans (DADPs). According to Prime Minister Kassim Majaliwa, proper implementation of DADPs will bring a lasting solution to many challenges that have been adversely…
PRIME Minister Kassim Majaliwa has directed the Ministry of Finance and Planning to prioritize the execution of District Agriculture Development Plans (DADPs) including raising funds to facilitate their implementation. The Premier issued the directives yesterday at the launch of DADPs in Dodoma calling upon financial institutions to put in place a system that will allow title deeds for farmers…
Mbeya, Tanzania: February 16, 2022 – Boosting production of strategic crops, such as soybean, for local and international markets, as well as industrial raw materials, is the way forward for Tanzania’s agriculture, former President of the United Republic of Tanzania H.E. Dr Jakaya Mrisho Kikwete, has said. H.E Kikwete, who is a member of the Board of AGRA (the…
Iringa, Tanzania: February 15, 2022 – Alliance for a Green Revolution (AGRA) lead Partnership for Inclusive Agricultural Transformation in Africa (PIATA) initiatives in Tanzania has increased agro-led industrialization-drive momentum. Agro-dealers, farmers organizations, aggregators and processors have increased uptake of their respective activities and production along the agriculture value chain, according to testimonies shared to former President of the United…
DAR ES SALAAM, Tanzania: February 14, 2022 – Former President of the United Republic of Tanzania H.E. Jakaya Mrisho Kikwete has embarked on a week-long field tour of agriculture projects that are supported by AGRA (Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa) and partners in the country. During the tour, Dr Kikwete, who is also an AGRA board member,…
A record number of eight African countries competed at the 2018 Olympic Winter Games in PyeongChang, South Korea. At the 2022 Winter Games, currently underway, Africa is represented by six athletes from five countries: Eritrea, Ghana, Madagascar, Morocco and Nigeria. Five are competing in Alpine (downhill) skiing and one in cross-country skiing. These athletes are not touted to win…
The streets of Senegal erupted in celebration after the Lions of Teranga beat Egypt 4-1 on post-match penalties in the Africa Cup of Nations final. Liverpool star Mane stole the show last night as Senegal washed away their AFCON final hoodoo to win a first-ever trophy at the Paul Biya Olembe Stadium. Mane, had fluffed his lines earlier in the game…
While Europe gets back on track from COVID-19, the recovery of African countries is undermined by vaccine inequality. The S&D Group’s ‘Africa Week’ initiative seeks to address this. We are neighbors, but we don’t know each other enough. We share borders, we share a sea, we share challenges, but our communication is still full of stereotypes, misconceptions and a…
Senegal dispatched Egypt on penalties in Sunday’s Africa Cup of Nations final on Sunday to bring to a thrilling conclusion the 33rd edition of the biennial continental competition as the Teranga Lions clinched their first-ever African title. Player of the Tournament Sadio Mane was the hero as he overcame a fourth-minute penalty miss to net the decisive spot kick in the shootout following a 0-0…
COTE D’LVOIRE, West Africa – African Development Bank Group (ADB) President Dr Akinwumi Adesina has said that the most important lesson of the Covid-19 pandemic for Africa is the need to build a defense mechanism against external shocks, especially in healthcare and financial security. The bank chief said the continent needed $484 billion over the next three years to…