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Christopher Burke
- April 11, 2025
Enterprise and Ownership: Tenure Security Barriers to Youth-Led Agribusiness in Africa
By Christopher BurkeSenior Advisor, WMC Africa Living in the foot hills of the Rwenzori Mountains in Western Uganda, 22-year-old Josephine dreams of becoming a successful coffee entrepreneur. She has the energy, the training and even the mobile apps to track weather and market prices. One critical piece is missing—secure land rights. Without security of tenure, everything else falls apart. Josephine farms on her family’s land, but nothing is…
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Staff Report
- 01 Feb 2025
Zimbabwe’s Berry Exports Surge Amid Growing Global Demand
Zimbabwe’s berry industry is experiencing unprecedented growth, with exports soaring by 50% in 2024. This rapid expansion, fueled primarily by…
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- 06 Aug 2024
Zimbabwean Rancher Collins Tafireyi Sets Record with US$444,000 Purchase of Boran Bull
In a groundbreaking event for the African cattle ranching industry, Zimbabwean rancher Collins Tafireyi has made headlines with a record-setting…
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- 02 Aug 2024
Outgrower Scheme for Smallholder Farmers Launched: Empowering Zimbabwe’s Agricultural Future
In a transformative move for Zimbabwe's agricultural sector, Montgomery Processors, renowned for the Monty’s brand, and the Central Association of…
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- 22 Feb 2024
Zimbabwe’s Food Security Outlook: Worsening Conditions Amidst El Nino-Induced Drought
Zimbabwe is bracing itself for an exacerbation of its food security challenges as the World Food Programme (WFP) warns of…
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- 19 Feb 2024
Under the Grip of Drought: Zimbabwean Farmers Struggle as Crops Wither
As the sun blazes relentlessly over Zimbabwe's parched landscape, a grim reality unfolds for farmers across the nation. What should…
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- 15 Feb 2024
Mastering Tobacco Farming in Drought: Expert Tips for Quality Cured Leaves
As drought conditions persist in tobacco-growing regions, farmers face the daunting task of maintaining crop quality amidst environmental challenges. Research…
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- 15 Feb 2024
Inside Rwanda’s New $100 Million Dairy Project: A Transformational Leap in Dairy Sector Sustainability
Rwanda, a nation known for its progressive strides in agricultural development, has embarked on a monumental journey towards bolstering its…
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- 14 Feb 2024
Rwanda: How Agricultural Biotechnology Offers Hope for Banana Varieties Threatened by Panama Disease
In the verdant landscapes of Rwanda, where bananas are not just a fruit but a cultural icon, a silent menace…
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- 12 Feb 2024
Zimbabwe’s Victory Over Livestock Diseases: ‘January Disease Under Control’ Signals Promising Progress
In a significant stride towards safeguarding Zimbabwe's precious cattle population, the nation's relentless battle against the scourge of tick-borne diseases,…
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- 01 Feb 2024
Zimbabwe’s Hemp Revolution: A Call to Arms for Value Addition
Zimbabwe is poised to emerge as a regional leader in industrial hemp production, with a notable surge in registered players…
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- 26 Jan 2024
Transforming Rwanda’s Agricultural Landscape: NST1 Spurs Remarkable Growth in Fertilizer Use and Irrigation
In a groundbreaking stride towards agricultural prosperity, Rwanda's National Strategy for Transformation (NST1) has witnessed an extraordinary surge in fertilizer…
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- 25 Jan 2024
Growing Cabbage in Zimbabwe and Zambia
Section 1: Cabbage Cultivars Cabbage cultivars, integral to a successful cabbage cultivation venture, are meticulously classified based on essential attributes…
