Makoni Rural District Council LED

Makoni Rural District Council is implementing the Promoting Gender Inclusive Local Economic Development in Zimbabwe programme through Horticulture.

Introduction

Makoni Rural District Council is implementing the Promoting Gender Inclusive Local Economic Development in Zimbabwe programme through Horticulture. Makoni’s major focus is on vegetable production for supply in the local and provincial markets.

Makoni Rural District covers an area of 8200 square kilometres with a total population of 244 000. It is the entry point from Mashonaland East Province to Manicaland Province. Makoni district benefits economically from mining, agriculture (tobacco and livestock) and tourism. Makoni is the hub local authority for all rural local authorities in Manicaland province where it coordinates all gender mainstreaming activities.

Fact file

Country:

Zimbabwe

Value Chain:

Horticulture - high value vegetables

Joined LED Programme:

2022

Number of Female Participants:

Number of Male Participants:

Summit:

2024

Key Achievements

10% (USD28 502) of the Council budget allocated to Local Economic Development in 2024.

Council had established Masvosva Green Hub, 39 community gardens targeting special groups, Cattle Business Centre project in Mayo targeting special groups through development partners.

Council established market places at all Business Centres and Growth Points currently benefiting women (65%), Men (5%), Youths (20%) and Persons with Disabilities (10%).

Awards

Horticulture

Winner Flagship Enterprise

Stories of change

Zimbabwe: Growing my business, growing my future
My name is Van Der Vaulter Tsunda. Before joining the Promoting Gender Inclusive Local Economic Development in Zimbabwe programme, I was already involved in farming, but I lacked the necessary skills and knowledge to take my business to the next level.
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Testimonials

“I am participating in ISALs and that’s where l get capital to run my business. The program reduced gender-based violence in my family and there is now unity and love. I am now allowed to go to workshops and other group activities.”

Faith Mutambirwa, Makoni RDC Entrepreneur

"The programme has been a game-changer for me, equipping me with valuable knowledge and connecting me to vital business linkages, like CABS, which has enabled me to manage my finances effectively and witness significant positive change in my life."

Josephine Maguraminga, Makoni RDC Entrepreneur

"Since joining the programme, I've gained invaluable skills and knowledge that have transformed my business, boosting my monthly income from $345 to $850 and empowering me to achieve financial stability and growth."

Van Der Vaulter Tsunda, Makoni RDC Entrepreneur

Makoni Rural District Council LED