Ms. Magdalene Mkocha is a highly experienced agricultural and agribusiness expert with over 37 years of professional service in both public and private sectors. She holds a BSc in Agriculture from the University of Dar es Salaam (1979) and a Master of Science in Agriculture from Sokoine University (1998).

Her career began at the National Agricultural and Food Corporation (NAFCO), where she worked from 1979 to 2002, gaining extensive experience in agricultural policy, agribusiness development, and food security. In 2002, she joined the Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry, and Agriculture (TCCIA) as a Senior Chamber Development Officer and later served as the Director for Agriculture Development, playing a key role in shaping agricultural policies and strengthening private-sector engagement.

Ms. Mkocha is also actively involved in governance and policy advisory roles. She is a member of the TICL Audit Committee and serves on several national boards and committees, including the Labor Economic and Social Council under the Ministry of Labor, the Tanzania Meat Board, the National Sanitary and Phytosanitary Committee, and the Technical Advisory Committee of the Sugar Board of Tanzania, where she serves as an alternate member. She is also the Chairperson of the VETA Trade Advisory Committee.

In addition to her professional and advisory roles, she is a registered member of the Institute of Directors in Tanzania, reflecting her strong background in corporate governance and strategic leadership. With her deep expertise in agriculture, agribusiness, and economic policy, Ms. Mkocha brings valuable insights to the AFRIPRISE Board, contributing to sustainable investment strategies and economic growth.