Resilience Building through Agroecological Intensification in Zimbabwe (RAIZ) Project partners convened a participatory workshop on the 7th of November 2023 to amplify awareness of the RAIZ project and gather valuable feedback from key stakeholders in Mutoko District.
The workshop brought together a diverse range of participants, stemming from representatives from various Ministries that included: Women’s Affairs, Youth, Agriculture, Local Leadership; RDC; Extension Officers, RAIZ project students and farmers from Ward 10 and 13 (now referred to as ward 8).
Recognizing the strategic role of agroecological approaches in tackling climate change and enhancing sustainable agriculture in arid areas, the RAIZ project implemented by CIRAD, the University of Zimbabwe and CIMMYT, are undertaking research actions to produce scientific evidence to feed into agroecology policy.
Mutoko District is frequently affected by the impacts of climate change especially droughts; mid-season dry spells and rainfall variability – interventions that are focused on addressing climate change impacts whether through research as with this RAIZ project and/or development actions are important in the district.
More here https://raiz.org.zw/mutoko-district-stakeholder-engagement-action/