馃嚳馃嚰ZimbabweSouthern Africa
Harare to host Food for Life Festival highlighting women in agriculture and entrepreneurship
via NewsDay Zimbabwe6 min read
Harare's Avenues suburb will host the Food for Life Festival at David Livingstone Primary School on May 30, organized by the Women in Farming and Entrepreneurship WIFE Trust. Founded by Nyaradzo Amanda Munyoro, the initiative focuses on women and youth within the food value chain, from production to market. Munyoro stated that the festival aims to empower women by providing a platform to share knowledge, build networks, and access opportunities, addressing the lack of recognition and support they often face. This year's event aligns with the United Nations' International Year of the Woman Farmer and emphasizes heritage-based education, celebrating indigenous knowledge and African culinary traditions. The Grassroots Project within the festival supports small-scale farmers, home-based food processors, and emerging entrepreneurs, with exhibition tables priced at US$20 and an entry fee of US$2 to ensure accessibility. Attendees can expect cooking demonstrations, traditional dishes, tasting sessions, and workshops on sustainable food systems. The festival also provides networking opportunities for collaboration and market access. Organizers envision national expansion for the festival, which launched in 2024, and are seeking partners, sponsors, volunteers, and participants.
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