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Membership Secretary and Web Admin @ Zicorba.
Development Practitioner.

[Ministry of Agriculture & Animal Resources |Rwanda @RwandaAgri]

Earlier today, Hon. Minister of State @solangeuwituze chaired an experience-sharing session between a delegation of livestock farmers and officials from Zimbabwe’s Ministry of Agriculture and chairpersons of livestock farmers’ associations in Rwanda.

[Regis Nyamakanga @RegisNyamakanga]

Ambassador Backs Rabbit Export Push as Zimbabwe Targets African Markets

KIGALI, Rwanda, June 10, 2026: Zimbabwe's Ambassador to Rwanda, Prof. Charity Manyeruke, has pledged diplomatic support for efforts to secure African export markets for Zimbabwean rabbit products, as the country moves to transform its fast-growing rabbit industry into a significant source of jobs, foreign currency earnings and regional trade.

Speaking during a meeting with a Zimbabwean delegation currently in Rwanda for specialised rabbit artificial insemination training, Ambassador Manyeruke said Zimbabwe's rabbit sector was well-positioned to benefit from growing demand across the continent.

“We will support Zimbabwe to explore export markets within Africa,” she said. “The rabbit sector in Zimbabwe has the potential to create jobs and generate foreign currency.”

The ambassador's remarks come as Zimbabwe intensifies efforts to commercialise rabbit production and develop export-oriented value chains capable of supplying regional markets.

Prof. Manyeruke highlighted the strong bilateral relations between Zimbabwe and Rwanda, noting that the two countries have signed 33 Memoranda of Understanding since 2019, including agreements in agriculture that provide a framework for deeper cooperation and knowledge exchange.

The Zimbabwean delegation is led by Ms. Senzile Ndlovu, Acting Livestock Specialist in the Department of Livestock and Fisheries Production, and is undergoing specialised training in rabbit artificial insemination at the Kigali Rabbit Centre.

The training is expected to strengthen Zimbabwe's capacity to improve rabbit genetics, increase production efficiency and boost productivity—key factors in building a competitive industry capable of meeting both domestic and export demand.

Zimbabwe's rabbit industry has experienced rapid growth over the past six years, evolving from largely backyard production to a commercially driven sector. The industry's expansion has been fuelled by increasing consumer demand for rabbit meat, which is widely regarded as a healthy protein source due to its high protein content and low cholesterol levels.

Director of Livestock and Fisheries Production Mr. Milton Makumbe said the skills being acquired in Rwanda would support Zimbabwe's broader ambitions to position rabbit production as a key livestock subsector with export potential.

He said knowledge gained through the programme would contribute to plans to establish a National Rabbit Training, Research and Development Centre, complete with a dedicated Artificial Insemination Unit, to drive innovation, productivity and industry growth.

The trainees are expected to transfer the knowledge acquired in Rwanda to farmers and industry stakeholders across Zimbabwe through training programmes, demonstrations and extension support services.

Other members of the delegation include Mr. Tatenda Warima of the Department of Veterinary Technical Services, Zimbabwe Commercial Rabbit Breeders Association (ZICORBA) President Mr. Regis Nyamakanga, Raymeg Consultants Executive Director Mrs. Paidamoyo Nyamakanga, and trainees Farlen Marume and Melissa Nyamakanga.

The training is being conducted by Mr. Dieudonne Musoni, Chief Executive Officer of the Kigali Rabbit Centre, as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen technical capacity and unlock new opportunities for Zimbabwe's growing rabbit industry.

With diplomatic backing, growing technical expertise and an expanding production base, industry stakeholders believe Zimbabwe is increasingly well-positioned to compete in emerging African markets for rabbit meat and related products.

[Cocolicious @FarlenCoco]

RT @RegisNyamakanga: Zimbabwe is taking a major step towards modernising its rabbit industry. Proud to be part of a delegation in Rwanda re…

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@Am_Blujay Wig na wigoooo

[Raymeg Consultants Private Limited @RaymegLimited]

Raymeg Consultants Private Limited has taken delivery of a stockfeed manufacturing plant in readiness for the official launch of it's Livestock Feed Division. The Group has appointed Joel Muzamhindo, an agriculturalist and animal feed nutrition expert, to run the new division.

[Zimbabwe Commercial Rabbit Breeders Association @RabbitZimbabwe]

ZICORBA President, Regis Nyamakanga, is currently in Francistown, Botswana, where he is meeting with the President of Botswana's Northern Rabbit Breeders Association (NORBA) to discuss among other things, ZICORBA's participation at the Botswana rabbit expo in October.
#zicorba

[Zimbabwe Commercial Rabbit Breeders Association @RabbitZimbabwe]

The rabbit farming training journey continues! On 3 May 2024, ZICORBA will be hosting farmers in Mash West.

This is a continuation of the Chinese sponsored National Rabbit Farmer Training Programme.

Here are some highlights from the Mash East training held recently.

#zicorba

[Zimbabwe Commercial Rabbit Breeders Association @RabbitZimbabwe]

#ThrowbackThursday
Let's maintain proper records at our rabbitries.
#zicorba #rabbitfarming #letsmakezicorbagreat #healthymeat

[Zimbabwe Commercial Rabbit Breeders Association @RabbitZimbabwe]

Monday Motivational vibes ✨️
Happy new week rabbit farmers!
#rabbitfarming
#letsmakezicorbagreat
#healthymeat
#zicorba

[Zimbabwe Commercial Rabbit Breeders Association @RabbitZimbabwe]

Its the first Friday of the year 2023! Rabbit meat , never disappoints on a Friday 😋 ! Beat the January blues by taking out your family and loved ones for a rabbit meat braai. Let's go out there and have some fun. Hoza Fryer-Friday everyone.
#zicorba
#letsmakezicorbagreat

[Zimbabwe Commercial Rabbit Breeders Association @RabbitZimbabwe]

Meet the Chefs 👨‍🍳 who will be in charge of making all the mouthwatering rabbit meat dishes this coming Saturday at the Rabbit Meat Expo! See you there!
#zicorba #rabbitfarming #letsmakezicorbagreat #healthymeat

[Byo Events @byo_events]

On the 19th of November, join us at Mystique Events Centre as Midesha introduces us to The Big Deal.

Here we’ll get a chance to try out different rabbit cuisines in an exhilarating atmosphere. Make a date with us ❤️🌍

Kindly like and retweet for awareness

#ByoEvents

[Zimbabwe Commercial Rabbit Breeders Association @RabbitZimbabwe]

Monday Motivational vibes ✨️

"Success is no accident. It is hard work, perseverance, learning, studying, sacrifice and most of all, love of what you are doing or learning to do." Pele

#rabbitfarming #letsmakezicorbagreat #healthymeat #zicorba

[Zimbabwe Commercial Rabbit Breeders Association @RabbitZimbabwe]

Today it's not just about talking. Real live pure breed rabbits are on display to ensure that the Rabbit Day is as practical as possible 👌. #zicorba #letsmakezicorbagreat #healthy #rabbitfarming

[Zimbabwe Commercial Rabbit Breeders Association @RabbitZimbabwe]

Thank you Mavis Mupingo and team for a job well done by scooping first position at the Makoni Agricultural Show which was held recently. Thank you for ensuring that the ZICORBA flag continues to fly high❤️ ❤️.
#zicorba #letsmakezicorbagreat #rabbitfarming #healthymeat

[Zimbabwe Commercial Rabbit Breeders Association @RabbitZimbabwe]

Guest Trainer of the day young Tatendaishe Constantine Ukama, who is a certified trainer of trainers takes rabbit farmer through the journey of commercial rabbit farming. #thefutureiswhite #nextzimgold

#rabbitfarming #zicorba #letsmakezicorbagreat #healthymeat

[Zimbabwe Commercial Rabbit Breeders Association @RabbitZimbabwe]

Gokwe ZICORBA Rabbit Day loading.... Just over 100 farmers are here with us to talk rabbit farming, processing and marketing.
Watch the space for more!
#rabbitfarming #zicorba #healthymeat #letsmakezicorbagreat

[Leeroy King @LeeroyKing17]

Let's make it a memorable day in Bulawayo. Tickets are now available.
@RabbitZimbabwe
@WhiteMeatCompa1
@Midesha_ZW

[Zimbabwe Commercial Rabbit Breeders Association @RabbitZimbabwe]

Highlights from day 5 #ZAS2022

[Zimbabwe Commercial Rabbit Breeders Association @RabbitZimbabwe]

Today is day 6 and the last day to see the award winning pure breed rabbits being showcased by Zimbabwe Commercial Rabbit Breeders Association . Visit our stand today.
#rabbitfarming #zicorba #letsmakezicorbagreat