09/11/2026
TANZANIA HOSTS SIX COUNTRIES IN REGIONAL EXCHANGE ON SUSTAINABLE BEEKEEPING AND AGROFORESTRY
TABORA, November 9, 2026 – Tanzania has brought together more than 84 participants from six countries for a five-day regional exchange aimed at promoting sustainable beekeeping and agroforestry to strengthen forest conservation, restore degraded landscapes and improve rural livelihoods.
The Second Southern Africa Regional Exchange Mechanism (REM-SA) Thematic Learning Exchange was officially opened in Tabora by Mr Bernard Patrice Marcelline, representing the Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Natural Resources and Tourism.
The exchange brings together delegates from Angola, Botswana, Malawi, Namibia, Zambia, Zimbabwe and Tanzania to share experiences and practical solutions for sustainable management of Miombo and Mopane ecosystems.
Speaking at the event, TFS Assistant Commissioner for Conservation and Acting Director of Forest Resources, Dr Zainabu Shabani Bungwa, highlighted progress under the Integrated Landscape Management in the Dry Miombo Woodlands of Tanzania Project, including training 218 beekeepers, distributing 600 modern beehives and supporting two honey collection and processing facilities.
FAO Regional Coordinator for the Drylands Sustainable Landscapes Impact Programme, Ms Winfred Nalyongo, emphasized the importance of linking forest conservation with income-generating opportunities through sustainable green value chains.
Running from November 9–13, 2026, the exchange features technical presentations, country experience-sharing, practical demonstrations and field visits to beekeeping, forestry and research facilities. Participants will also develop action plans to translate lessons into practical interventions in their respective countries.
The initiative is funded through GEF-7 and implemented by FAO in partnership with the Government of Tanzania and TFS.
-SA