Mavis Nduchwa

“I learned that what you grow or tend to religiously will bear results... and that making money depends on the quality of your product.”

“We believe that communities should tap on the resources around them to solve their everyday lives as well as grow their economies, through our work”

“The vison for Chabana Farms is to not only provide food for the nation but to empower individuals in the community. We want to turn Chabana Farms into a well-known brand, both locally and internationally.”

“I would say to the youth out there to just go and do it. There are so many new techniques and platforms to use in terms of technology, so you can take advantage of your knowledge in this space and start farming. Go into agriculture as a business. We are trying to make this sector funky for young people to consider as a career path too.”

“We are trying to change mindsets in the country by showing practically that women can be in business in the agricultural sector and, importantly, can succeed.”

“To be a woman farmer is challenging because, firstly, not many women are farming commercially.”

“My words of encouragement are that they should not give up. No matter how long the road might seem, if you just persevere, it will all work out.”