Hon. Jitu Soni is a seasoned medium-to large-scale farmer and entrepreneur based in Babati, Northern Tanzania, approximately 170 km from the tourist hub of Arusha along the Arusha–Singida Road. With over three decades of farming experience, his enterprises primarily focus on sugar and coffee production. He completed his high school education and earned a certificate qualification.

Beyond agriculture, Hon. Soni has played a significant role in public service. He represented Babati constituency as a Member of Parliament under the ruling party, CCM, for two consecutive terms (2010-2015 and 2015-2020). During his tenure, he championed transformative socio-economic development, overseeing the construction of health centers, secondary schools, and roads in areas that had remained underserved since Tanzania’s independence in 1961.

His leadership extends to the Agricultural Council of Tanzania (ACT), where he served as Vice Chairperson of the Board for two successive terms before being elected Chairperson in April 2025. Hon. Soni’s blend of political acumen, business expertise, and extensive networks continues to strengthen ACT’s national advocacy agenda, positioning the organization as a key driver of agricultural development and policy influence in Tanzania.