Arusha, Tanzania – A high-level delegation of 12 European Union (EU) ambassadors is set to visit Tanzania’s Kilimanjaro Region from September 17 to 19, a mission that aims to deepen agricultural cooperation and highlight the bloc’s strategic investments in the East African nation. The visit, which marks the 50th anniversary of EU-Tanzania relations, will focus on strengthening the country’s agricultural and horticulture sectors.
The three-day trip will bring together representatives from the EU and member states including Belgium, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, the Netherlands, Poland, Spain, and Sweden. The delegation is scheduled to meet with local smallholder farmers, agri-business operators, and innovators to assess the impact of “Team Europe”-funded initiatives. These projects span a range of climate-smart innovations, from coffee production and organic pesticide development to post-harvest technologies and sustainable forestry.
“This visit provides an inspiring opportunity to see the real, positive impact our initiatives are already having,” said EU Ambassador to Tanzania, Ms. Christine Grau. “We are committed to strengthening productivity, sustainability, and resilience, building on the long-term partnership between the EU and Tanzania.”
The EU has identified agriculture as a priority sector for cooperation, with a particular focus on empowering women and youth who constitute a significant portion of the country’s agricultural workforce. The mission aligns with the EU’s “Global Gateway” strategy, which prioritizes sustainable investments in food systems, energy, and climate resilience in Africa.
The visit follows a similar joint mission to the Morogoro region last year, reflecting the EU’s ongoing effort to strengthen dialogue and foster stronger ties between European investors and Tanzania’s agricultural sector.
