Events & News

Sesame Export Contract Signed

October 10, 2026

Dar es Salaam

Ushirika has secured a major export contract for premium sesame with a leading processor in Asia. Member farmers will benefit from competitive pricing this season....

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New Warehouse Opens in Mlowo

October 15, 2026

11:00 AM

Mlowo, Songwe

We are proud to announce the opening of our new 500-tonne storage facility in Mlowo. This will help members store their crops safely and sell at better prices....

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Post-Harvest Handling Training

October 20, 2026

8:30 AM

Ileje Ward Training Center

Two-day training for member farmers on proper drying, cleaning, grading and storage to reduce post-harvest losses and improve crop quality....

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Annual General Meeting 2026

November 15, 2026

9:00 AM

Ushirika HQ, Songwe

Join us for our Annual General Meeting where members review the year's achievements, approve the audited financial statements, elect new leaders, and approve the budget and work plan for 2027....

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November 28, 2026

10:00 AM

Mlowo Demonstration Farm

Field demonstration and best-practice training for sesame growers. Learn about improved seed varieties, spacing, pest management and post-harvest handling. Free seed samples for attendees....

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Financial Literacy Workshop

December 05, 2026

2:00 PM

Songwe District Hall

A hands-on workshop for AMCOS treasurers and members: managing cooperative finances, accessing credit, bookkeeping, and planning for the next planting season....

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