Meet the Kushinga Self Help Group, a dynamic four-member group from Chishuku in Ward 16, Chirumanzu District. In October 2023, the four joined the Jobs Creation Project, a Hand in Hand Zimbabwe supported group, funded by Hand in Hand Sweden. Under the  group, they  received a comprehensive six-modular business development training  covering essential topics such as business management, market analysis, and financial record-keeping.

Before joining the project, the Kushinga members had a strong passion for farming but faced challenges due to a lack of land and water resources, limiting them to subsistence farming at home. With the support of Hand in Hand Zimbabwe they acquired land and transitioned to horticulture farming, cultivating leafy vegetables and wheat.

Their hard work is paying off; they earn around $70 weekly from selling tomatoes, onions, covo and tsunga. Recently, they harvested 300 kg of wheat and they are anticipating a revenue of $205 from their buyer. Kushinga SHG recently sold 400 Fabiola cabbages to nearby communities, hence accumulated  a revenue of $400.

Looking ahead, the Kushinga Self Help Group aims to expand their agricultural ventures by starting fish farming and a poultry business, further diversifying their income and enhancing their contributions to the community. Their journey is a testament to the power of collaboration and skill development in overcoming challenges and achieving sustainable growth.