eGA powers agriculture digital shift
DODOMA: THE Electronic Government Authority (eGA) says digital transformation is reshaping Tanzania’s agriculture sector, with more than 6,000 cooperative societies now operating through an online management platform that is improving transparency, strengthening service delivery and enhancing oversight across the agricultural value chain.
The authority said the growing adoption of digital systems is providing government with reliable data for planning, improving accountability in agricultural marketing and enabling farmers to access faster and more efficient services.
Speaking to journalists at the ongoing Nanenane Agricultural Exhibition in Dodoma on Sunday, eGA Communications Manager, Ms Subira Kaswaga, said the authority is using the exhibition to showcase how digital technologies are accelerating agricultural development through integrated government systems.
She said eGA is mandated to coordinate the use of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) across public institutions to ensure government services are delivered efficiently through digital platforms.
“Although Nanenane focuses on agriculture, eGA plays a significant role in enabling the sector to embrace modern technology that improves productivity and service delivery,” she said.
Ms Subira said eGA, in collaboration with the Ministry of Agriculture, developed the M-Kilimo system, which enables the government to maintain comprehensive records of farmers, manage institutions under the ministry and streamline the issuance of agricultural permits.
She said the platform provides accurate and real-time data that supports policy formulation, planning and effective monitoring of agricultural activities.
The authority has also partnered with the Cooperative Development Commission to establish the MUVU Cooperative Management System, which has digitised the operations of cooperative societies across the country.
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Through the platform, farmers can monitor produce delivered to cooperatives, track sales and verify payments due to them, significantly boosting transparency and accountability.
“So far, more than 6,000 cooperative societies have been registered under the MUVU system, improving oversight while reducing revenue leakages,” Ms Kaswaga said.
She added that eGA has also developed the Fertilizer Information System (FIS) in collaboration with the Tanzania Fertilizer Regulatory Authority (TFRA) to monitor fertilizer manufacturers, importers and distributors, while ensuring compliance with indicative prices.
According to her, the system enables the government to monitor fertilizer markets in real time and ensure farmers access agricultural inputs at regulated and affordable prices.
Ms Subira further said agricultural institutions are also benefiting from other government digital platforms, including the Government Mailing System (GMS) and e-Office, which have strengthened official communication and electronic document management.
She encouraged visitors to the Nanenane exhibition to visit the eGA pavilion and learn more about the digital systems supporting agriculture and other public services.
“The government remains committed to building a fully digital government, and eGA will continue working with various sectors to ensure citizens receive modern, efficient and accessible public services,” she said.
