Over 300 Tanzanian Youths to Benefit from Coffee Farming Project in Muleba

A new coffee farming project in Muleba, Kagera region, is set to provide employment and income opportunities to over 300 youths and women. The project, located at the Makongora Youth and Women Farm, is part of efforts to empower youths to create their own jobs through agriculture. The project was launched by Muleba District Commissioner, Dr. Abel Nyamahanga, as part of the government's initiative to promote self-employment in the agricultural sector.

The project involves the development of a 20-kilometer road and the clearing of land for farming. According to Dr. Nyamahanga, each participant has the potential to earn up to TSH 8 million per season if they adhere to best farming practices. The farm is expected to yield two harvests per year, providing a significant source of income for the beneficiaries.

The project is being implemented in collaboration with the Building a Better Tomorrow (BBT) program. The program's district coordinator, Daudi Kingu, stated that training for the beneficiaries will begin on November 9, 2026. The training will cover topics such as best farming practices, technology use, irrigation, business management, marketing, and access to credit.

The project also involves the establishment of infrastructure, including water supply systems and the construction of an AMCOS office. The Muleba District Agriculture Department head, Charles Ntaki, said the farm was established in 2024 with the goal of increasing coffee production and improving the livelihoods of youths.

The project has already started to attract private individuals and investors to establish large-scale coffee farms in the Ruhanga Ward. The district commissioner noted that an additional 28 hectares of land, which have not been allocated, will be provided to other youths in the ward, expanding the project from the village to the ward level.

The initiative aims to promote coffee production and improve the economy of the region. The project is expected to have a positive impact on the livelihoods of the participating youths and women, providing them with sustainable income opportunities.

Key stakeholders are optimistic that the project will serve as a model for other regions to replicate. With proper implementation and support, the project has the potential to contribute significantly to Tanzania's agricultural sector and youth empowerment.

Key points

• The project has the potential to generate significant income for the beneficiaries, with each participant earning up to TSH 8 million per season.
• The project involves training for the beneficiaries on best farming practices, technology use, and business management.
• The initiative aims to promote coffee production and improve the economy of the region.