Norges Vel Tanzania

Happy International Women's Day 💚 We work with gender equality in all our projects – because we know that it makes a difference. When women have access to resources, education, and influence, it leads to tangible results. Economic growth, food security, and sustainable societies often start with investing in women. #womensday #investinwomen #SustainableAgriculture

Norges Vel is supporting AflaLivre in building organic peanut value chains in Angoche and Corrane Mozambique to cater for European markets. Almost halfway to objective of 4,000 Ecocert certified farmers in Northern Mozambique by YE2025. https://lnkd.in/dJEhWTaw https://lnkd.in/dWhMpfpX

As part of our Inclusive Rice Value Chain Project, lead farmer Zubeda Zakaria demonstrated key techniques such as selecting quality seeds, preparing seedbeds, land preparation, row planting, and the proper use of fertilizers and pesticides at her farm in Mwaluma village, Ihahi Ward. Identified by Nafaka Kilimo, Zubeda is supporting local farmers by sharing practical knowledge to boost productivity. The training brought together 34 farmers (18 men and 16 women), focusing on empowering farmers through peer learning to promote productivity and sustainability. #InclusiveRiceValueChain #EmpoweringFarmers #SustainableAgriculture 

As part of our Inclusive Rice Value Chain Project, lead farmer Emanuel Pafusha, identified by NAFAKA KILIMO, conducted a demonstration on essential farming techniques at his farm in Igumbilo village, Chimala Ward. The demonstration covered selecting quality seeds, preparing seedbeds, land preparation, row planting, and the proper use of fertilizers and pesticides. The session brought together 28 farmers (11 men and 17 women) and underscored that empowering farmer through peer learning is key to improving productivity and sustainability in rice farming. #InclusiveRiceValueChain #EmpoweringFarmers #SustainableAgriculture 

In Itete Village, Malinyi District, our country manager Sesilia Jeremia met with Kilimo Kwanza, a dedicated women’s group actively engaged in the Inclusive Rice Value Chain Project. With over 20 members present, this group exemplifies the project’s commitment to strengthening 50 Village Community Bank (VICOBA) groups in Malinyi. By providing training in good governance, financial literacy, and gender equality, we aim to enhance their overall productivity and create equal opportunities for over 5,000 women in agriculture. #womenempowerment #womengroup #inclusivericevaluechain #ricevaluechain

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Last week, NORCAP - part of the Norwegian Refugee Council visited Norges Vel Tanzania to strengthen collaboration under the Growing Resilience Programme. The visit focused on security assessments to be able to host experts, NORCAP deployed staffs follow-ups, funding discussions, and key meetings with Norad, Tanzania Metrological Agency (TMA), and other stakeholders—all working towards boosting climate resilience and sustainable agriculture in Tanzania. #partnership #climatesmartagriculture #climateresillience #climatefinance

Norges Vel participated in the panel discussion at the Tanzania-Norway Agriculture-Climate Nexus Workshop, organized by Norad and The Royal Norwegian Embassy in Tanzania. During the discussion Norges Vel highlighted the role of soil health, water management, climate-smart seeds, access to climate finance, and weather information services in enhancing agricultural productivity amid climate change. The workshop provided a valuable platform for key public and private stakeholders in agriculture and the environment sector to engage in meaningful discussions and explore potential partnerships. Thanks to Norad - Norwegian Agency for Development Cooperation and The Royal Norwegian Embassy in Tanzania for facilitating this important dialogue. Represented by: Sesilia Jeremia and Helene Lie #NorwayinTanzania #ClimateSmartAgriculture #sustainableagriculture

Rosemary Mihojo, a dedicated member of the women’s group Kikoba Tukomboe in Njiwa ward, Malinyi District, shares her transformative journey and how training from the Inclusive Rice Value Chain Project significantly enhanced her financial independence and resilience. As a longstanding member of Kikoba Tukomboe, Rosemary had already been engaging in the group’s savings and lending activities. However, despite her participation, she continued to struggle with financial instability, often resorting to informal loan lenders who operated under exploitative terms. These lenders offered her loans of as little as TZS 30,000 but demanded repayment in the form of 100 kilograms of rice—with a market value of approximately TZS 160,000—leaving her trapped in a cycle of financial hardship. The turning point came when the group received training under the Inclusive Rice Value Chain Project. The training provided a deeper understanding of effective financial management, savings strategies, and the benefits of structured lending within the Kikoba system. Through this education, Rosemary learned about fair and transparent borrowing, where members contribute to a shared savings pool and access loans at a manageable interest rate of just 10%. Armed with this knowledge, Rosemary was able to make better financial decisions, confidently taking loans that she could invest in productive activities to improve her livelihood. She expresses her gratitude for the training and support, stating, “Now, I can take loans without fear of exploitation. The knowledge I’ve gained has given me the confidence to engage in productive activities and contribute to my family’s well-being.” Through initiatives like these, the Inclusive Rice Value Chain Project is not only enhancing financial literacy but also fostering a culture of economic independence and resilience among women in rural communities. Rosemary’s story is a testament to the power of education and targeted support in transforming lives and promoting sustainable development. #WomenInFinance #FinancialInclusion #womenempowerment #financialliteracy

Our Project Advisor Anastazia Massay visited a Lead Farmer supported by NAFAKA KILIMO under the Inclusive Rice Value Chain Project to oversee preparations for the planting season. The farmers are using innovative mat nurseries, a new method for planting rice seeds that improves efficiency and reduces seed usage—skills gained through training by Nafaka Kilimo. #AgricultureInAction #FarmingForTheFuture #NafakaKilimo