Tag: zimbabwe

Agriculture is a critical sector in Zimbabwe, accounting for between 11% and 14% of the country’s gross domestic product. The sector employs 53% of the workforce and supports the livelihoods and food security of 70% of the population. Smallholder agricultural operations, typically managed by a single family or individuals, produce 70% of staple foods. However, most of these farmers have no access to electricity, with only 12% connected to the grid. Findings from the report identify critical energy gaps, such as limited access to water pumps, cold storage and post-harvest processing equipment.