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Council Launched to Boost East African Horticultural Sector; Mkindi Appointed Chairperson

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The Horticulture Council of Eastern Africa (HoCEA) was launched on September 28, 2026, with the goal of strengthening the region’s horticultural sector. Jacqueline Mkindi, the CEO of the Tanzania Horticultural Association (TAHA), was appointed the council’s first Chairperson. HoCEA aims to enhance East Africa’s global competitiveness by addressing challenges such as market access, financing, logistics, and climate change.

From perishablenews.com

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The council’s mandate is focused on strategic initiatives to drive growth and address operational hurdles within the East African horticultural industry. This includes working on issues related to market access, pests and diseases, and regional collaboration to improve competitiveness.

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Who's involved

  • TanzaniaCountry whose industry is the focus of the council's work
  • Dodoma RegionAdministrative region of Tanzania
  • Mwanza RegionAdministrative region of Tanzania
  • Shinyanga RegionAdministrative region of Tanzania
  • Lindi RegionAdministrative region of Tanzania

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