Strengthening rural roots: Empowering Zim’s farmers against imported competition

IN Zimbabwe’s peri-urban and rural fields, dedicated farmers grapple with the overwhelming influx of imports, determined to reclaim their livelihoods and restore pride in local produce for their communities.

Toiling under the scorching sun, in a world increasingly concerned with sustainability and food justice, the plight of African farmers is often overshadowed by the complexities of global trade.

As air-freighted horticultural products flood European markets, local agricultural sectors in Zimbabwe and neighbouring countries face an uphill battle for survival.

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