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Sikhulekelani Moyo
Zimpapers Business Hub
ABOUT 1 000 women and young farmers will receive training under the Skills for Youth and Women Employability and Productivity (SYWEP) project to equip them with financial and technical skills they need for their horticulture, aquaculture and goat farming business.
The project is an initiative of the International Labour Organisation (ILO), in partnership with the Government of Zimbabwe and the African Development Bank (AfDB).
It is being implemented in seven districts across the country, including Filabusi and Binga districts in the Matabeleland region.
In his remarks during the validation and co-creation of business and market analysis of the goat value chain in Bulawayo, ILO Zimbabwe and Namibia country director Ms Philile Masuku said over the years, the collaboration with the Government has expanded in scope and impact.
This reaffirms shared commitment to economic development, decent work and social inclusion.
A Goat Aggregation Business Cluster Unit (ABCU) will be established at Phangani Vocational Training Centre in Insiza District.
“The analysis examines production potential, market demand, pricing dynamics, supply conditions, institutional capacities, and systemic risks across the goat value chain.
“Its purpose is to provide an evidence-based foundation for developing a viable business model, guiding investment decisions and designing a sustainable, market-oriented enterprise that can enhance income opportunities for youth and women while strengthening local livestock value chains.
“The project embraces the pursuit of equitable development in line with the National Development Strategy 2 goals on devolution and decentralisation,” Ms Masuku said.
