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Unlocking Agricultural Investment for Cooperative Growth in South Africa

The National Cooperatives Agency (NCA) has long been recognized as a driving force in strengthening and promoting cooperative enterprises across Southern Africa. In line with its mission to support sector growth and sustainability, the NCA has established a specialized division known as NCA AgriVest, dedicated to advancing agricultural investment and development through the cooperative movement. A Strategic Response to Agricultural Needs South Africa’s agricultural sector holds...

By 2025-09-08 23:11:24 0 765

Agribusiness & Agro-processing

Cynara Dairy Co-op: A Case for the CDE

In the heart of Mutasa District, the story of Cynara Dairy Cooperative is unfolding into a powerful case study for why Zimbabwe urgently needs the Cooperative Debentures Exchange (CDE)—a platform designed to unlock capital for cooperative-driven development across sectors. This dairy cooperative is proving not only the viability of co-op projects in Zimbabwe, but also how transformational access to tailored financial products can be when matched with government support and...

By 2025-08-01 12:03:57 0 3K

Agribusiness & Agro-processing

Join the Rapeseed/Canola Producers Cooperative of Zimbabwe

Let’s Make Rapeseed Work for You Rapeseed (also known as canola) is fast becoming one of Zimbabwe’s most valuable oilseed crops. Our soils and climate are well-suited for its cultivation — and with the growing demand for cooking oil, stock feed, and biofuel, rapeseed offers strong income potential for local farmers. Yet many small-scale producers struggle with access to markets, knowledge, and support. That’s why the Rapeseed Growers Cooperative of Zimbabwe was created...

By 2025-07-01 23:40:47 0 2K

Agribusiness & Agro-processing

Join the Tomato Producers Cooperative of Zimbabwe

Let’s Make Tomatoes Work for You Tomato farming is one of Zimbabwe’s promising agricultural opportunities. Our country’s climate and soils provide ideal conditions to grow fresh, high-quality tomatoes. Yet many tomato farmers struggle to access markets, proper farming equipment, and the right support. That’s why the Tomato Growers Cooperative of Zimbabwe was established — to help local tomato producers grow their businesses and earn better incomes. The...

By 2025-07-01 10:37:51 0 2K

Agribusiness & Agro-processing

Join the Honey Producers Cooperative of Zimbabwe

Let’s Make Honey Work for You Beekeeping is one of the hidden treasures in Zimbabwe. Our country has the perfect weather and environment to produce pure, natural honey. But many people who keep bees struggle to find markets, proper equipment, and the right support. That’s why the Honey Producers Cooperative of Zimbabwe was started — to help local honey producers grow their businesses and earn better incomes. The Cooperative brings together small and large honey producers...

By 2025-06-24 20:30:22 0 2K

Women Empowerment

Empowering Women through Capital Markets

As the CEO of Zimbabwe Women’s Microfinance Bank (ZWMB), I am deeply honoured to express...

By 2025-07-27 12:08:40 0 4K

Intra-Africa trade

Pan-African Possibilities: How South Africa’s Cooperative Movement Can Lead Trade and Empowerment Across Africa

The African continent is undergoing a major economic and social transformation. With the African...

By 2025-07-22 07:34:56 0 4K

Building co-op brands

Why Loyal is Beautiful: Embracing the Dadiso House Brand and Earning More as a Co-op Member

In a world flooded with flashy beauty brands and short-lived trends, the Dadiso Consumer...

By 2025-07-08 22:32:46 0 2K

Farming

Unlocking Zimbabwe’s Agricultural Future Through the Cooperative Debentures Exchange (CDE))

Zimbabwe has unveiled a bold US$1.4 billion agricultural investment package, positioning...

By 2025-09-07 07:30:10 0 588

Building co-op brands

Africa’s Most Exciting Creative Movement in Fashion and Culture

From the heart of the ghettos of Harare to the global Dancehall stage, a new movement is rising...

By 2025-07-11 09:26:03 0 2K