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"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."
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Mavis Nduchwa
Mavis Nduchwa, also known as Rewana Nduchwa, was the founder and CEO of the agribusiness Chabana Farms, which also trades as Kalahari Honey. She was a Motswana entrepreneur, one of the 2020 Jack Ma Foundation top 50 Africa Business Heroes finalists.
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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"
"I learned that what you grow or tend to religiously will bear results... and that making money depends on the quality of your product."