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Empowering Farmers in Southern Highlands, Tanzania Through Modern Machinery, AI, and Accessible Digital Platforms

TATEI (Tanzania AgriTech Empowerment Initiative) is a non-goverment organization rooted in empowering Farmers in Southern Highlands, Tanzania Through Modern Machinery, AI, and Accessible Digital Platforms.

Our Core Values:

  • Inclusivity: Prioritize marginalized groups, including women, youth, and smallholder farmers.
  • Innovation: Leverage cutting-edge technology (AI, IoT, mobile platforms) for scalable impact.
  • Sustainability: Promote eco-friendly practices and climate resilience.
  • Collaboration: Partner with governments, NGOs, and private sectors to amplify reach.

Strategic Alignment

Supports Tanzania’s Agricultural Sector Development Programme Phase II (ASDP II) and BBT-YIA youth agribusiness goals.

Mission

Transform agricultural productivity and sustainability in Southern Highlands by integrating advanced machinery, AI-driven tools, and SMS/USSD platforms to empower smallholder farmers.

Vision

A tech-enabled agricultural ecosystem in Southern Highlands where farmers achieve climate resilience, market access, and profitability..

Our Team

Desmond Komba

Chairman

Joseph Kuandika

Vice-Chairman

Masetho Mtandi

Director of Outreach & Engagement

Lucy Mtani

Director of Finance

Moses Kuandika

Chief Operating Officer

Mario Anthony

Director of Machinery & Technology