Zimbabwe is planning to enhance its agricultural exports to Mozambique, aligning with both nations’ strategies to stimulate local agro-industries and promote sustainable economic growth. This initiative, led by the Agricultural Marketing Authority (AMA), aims to formalize trade routes and expand market access for Zimbabwean farmers. Mozambique’s recent launch of the 2025 agricultural marketing campaign in the Sussundenga District underscores its commitment to boosting local agro-industries and increasing farmers’ incomes. Zimbabwe’s participation, represented by AMA, signals a concerted effort to strengthen trade in agricultural commodities. AMA’s acting chief executive, Jonathan Mukuruba, emphasized the importance of this collaboration in facilitating regional market access and fostering structured traceable commodity exchanges.
Historically, agricultural trade between Zimbabwe and Mozambique has been informal, particularly in border regions. The current priority lies in structuring these exchanges, targeting commodities like macadamia nuts, sesame seeds, and various horticultural products. This move is timely, as Mozambique seeks to enhance food self-sufficiency and agro-processing capabilities, creating a growing demand for quality raw commodities produced in Zimbabwe.
AMA intends to collaborate directly with Mozambican marketing authorities to explore cross-border partnerships, align standards, and establish agreements that streamline the flow of goods under the frameworks of the Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA) and the Southern African Development Community (SADC).
This initiative aligns with Zimbabwe’s broader economic goals. According to International Trade Centre data, Zimbabwe’s agricultural exports grew by 49%, from US$68.8 million in 2022 to US$102.5 million in 2023. By leveraging structured trade networks and regional cooperation, Zimbabwe aims to ensure stability and higher returns for its producers while supporting Mozambique’s agricultural and industrial goals.
