Zimfarmer

Farmer

[Victor Mapunga @victor_mapunga]

I reckon I do business in more African countries than the average person, and I've learned to ignore such posts as they reflect poorly on the ground.

In short, if you think you're gonna make 6x more returns, even 2x more returns in Botswana than Zimbabwe because you saw a video on X, you're irredeemably screwed.

The average Zimbabwean consumer spends far much more in USD without relying on debt. It's an absurdly cash rich economy. Zimbabwe, DRC etc have extremely large & informal economies which are often completely ignored in these 'wealth statistics'.

There's a lot of bs propaganda out there, and you shouldn't fall for these misleading ramblings, especially in regards to outdated economic measurements like GDP. Any person with common sense can't compare Gaborone to Harare. The visual evidence is clear, Harare represents a much bigger economy. This is like those folks who say China doesn't actually have 1.5B people.

Saying X country, is 6x richer than Y country requires a lot of evidence & market experience in both places not things you read on the internet. Markets humble you. There are countries with great PR but very little business.

Africa is extremely complex and there are no one size fit all narratives. It's beyond dangerous to keep perpetuating lazy perspectives. It's why the Chinese & Indian businesses that come to Africa become obscenely wealthy, they ignore the noise & go straight for the bread.

[Zimfarmer @zimcattle]

@kyrossports Well done boys 💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾

[Kyros Sports @kyrossports]

FINAL😭😭😭😭. We going to the WORLD CUP BABY

[Zimfarmer @zimcattle]

@Jamwanda2 Well done young man👏🏾

[Pastor Farmer 🇿🇼 🌾🥔🥚🐂 @mrLethario]

Anybody at all ESPECIALLY those with no farming experience at all who is even thinking about doing this..... I'd advise you to throw a party for your family, go on holiday or just save it. Anything but this.... Coz unonyura.

[Zimfarmer @zimcattle]

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[Farmer's Weekly @FarmersWeeklySA]

Congratulations to Sinyo Boran Stud in Zimbabwe on the record-breaking purchase of Boran bull BH 18 749 Cyclone for R8 million at the Hurwitz Farming 10th Production Auction. Click the link to read more about this exceptional bull: https://t.co/iB9IYiobBS

[Ken Sharpe @kennethrsharpe]

Thank you Madam @reallorraine for speaking so positively and kindly about our land and our people! Come back soon and be blessed

[Zimfarmer @zimcattle]

@FabrizioRomano FFS..

[Victor @victormatara]

Nairobi, Kenya 🇰🇪 to Cape Town South Africa 🇿🇦 Notes.

What you will need to travel using a car
- Passport
- Yellow Fever Card
- Car Logbook ( make several copies) ...carry your original logbook & keep it safe. Don’t leave it at any border point.
- Driver’s License
- Comesa Insurance (was helpful in Malawi & Zambia)

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1. Driver's License and International Driving Permit (IDL):

Throughout the journey, I used my Kenyan driver's license and did not encounter any requests for an International Driving Permit (IDL) at any border crossing.

2. Carnet de Passage: We did not use a Carnet de Passage during the trip. Unnecessary when travelling South. We didn't see its significance at any of the border crossings.

3. Car Breakdowns: Luckily, our car did not experience any breakdowns throughout the entire trip. We only needed regular servicing.

4. Car Services: We had three car services during the journey. The first service took place in Nairobi before we embarked, the second in Maseru, and the final one in Cape Town on our return leg.

5. Covid Certificate: Interestingly, we were not asked for a Covid certificate at any of the border crossings.

6. Road Conditions:

It's important to note that certain road stretches on the trip had extremely poor conditions with numerous potholes.

Specifically, the Nakonde-Kapiri Mposhi stretch in Zambia, the Katima Mlilo-Livingstone stretch in Zambia, and the Salima-Nkhotakota-Rukuru-Chiweta stretch in Malawi had particularly challenging road conditions. However, roads in South Africa, Namibia, and Tanzania were generally good and enjoyable to drive on.

- While driving in Namibia always keep your lights on during the day, as failing to do so could result in a fine of 1000 Namibian Dollars. The authorities argue that this is a safety measure aimed at reducing accidents.

Experiences
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South Africa 🇿🇦 : South Africa is an advanced country ( miles ahead) with beautiful landscapes, especially in the Western Cape region. The hype about South Africa is real. Arguably the most advanced country I have ever visited in Africa.
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Namibia 🇳🇦: Namibia is a stunning country although internet speeds were quite slow during our visit. Their deserted roads might come as a surprise.
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Botswana 🇧🇼: The Pula country! Botswana is known for its abundant elephant population, and the architectural diversity in Gaborone fascinated us.
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Lesotho 🇱🇸: The kingdom on the hill

- Interestingly, their currency has the same value as South Africa.

....they have the most beautiful women on the whole continent ..trust me on this one 😅
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Tanzania 🇹🇿: Tanzania stood out for its exceptional hospitality, good roads, and affordable food.

Zambia: Zambia offers plenty of food options, but be prepared for toll roads and fees.

Zimbabwe 🇿🇼: Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe is a must-visit! Would pay to see those falls for the first time again.
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Malawi 🇲🇼: People were kind and welcoming, and Lake Malawi is a spectacular sight!

- They have the cheapest internet rates...( Airtel Malawi to be specific )
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Kenya 🇰🇪: Kenya has the best internet, which you will definitely miss as you travel further south.

Border Crossings Charges

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Tanzania 🇹🇿: Zero, East Africans travelling in Tanzania for less than 7 days pay absolutely nothing.
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Zambia 🇿🇲

Here are the costs that we incurred crossing into Zambia- Tunduma to Nakonde ( a tiring and hard-to-navigate-through border post)

1. Interpol charges - 200 Kwacha per car (Ksh. 1400)

2. Road poll charges - 20 USD per car (Ksh. 3000)

3. Car search and scan - 100 Kwacha per car (Ksh. 700)

4. Carbon tax - 370 Kwacha per car if the car is higher than 1500ccs. (Ksh. 2590)

5. Council levy - 50 Kwacha per car (Ksh. 350)

Agent facilitation fee: 650 Kwacha.. like Ksh 4550.. an agent here is inevitable.
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Botswana 🇧🇼

Charges for entering into Botswana via the Kazungula Border ( a seamless border this one..)

Road Permits

- National Road Safety Fund - 50 Pula

- Motor Vehicle Insurance- 150 Pula

- Road Transport Permit - 270 Pula

Kazungula Bridge Toll Fees: 150 Pula

Total cost for entering a car into Botswana: 620 Pula equivalent to Ksh 6,820.
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South Africa 🇿🇦

Charges for entering: ZERO

Kopfontein Border Post is one of the fastest border posts I have ever used in my life. Kind staff too 🤝
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Lesotho

Visa-Free for Kenyans...

We used Maseru Bridge Border Post… Another seamless border crossing 🤝

Charges: paid 80 Rands… equivalent to about Ksh 670.
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Namibia

Entered using Noordoewer Border Post.

Another seamless border crossing 🤝

Road Charges: 371 Namibian Dollars equivalent to Ksh 3300.

Unrelated: The Namibian Dollar has the same value as the South African Rand.
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Malawi

Here are the charges for entering a car into Malawi:

- Processing Fee: 20,000 Malawian Kwacha
- Carbon Tax: 8,000 Malawian Kwacha
- Toll Fee: 20 USD, paid in cash. I bought the 20 dollars at 46,000 Malawian Kwachas. 🤦‍♂️

- 1 Kenyan shilling is equivalent to 10.56 Malawian Kwachas.

A very expensive border border crossing.

📍Entered using Mwami/Mchinji One Stop Border Post.
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All in all, the trip to the South is worth every coin 💯

Would I do it again? Absolutely! Can’t wait to explore the Eastern side of South Africa especially Mpumalanga, Durban & many more!

Africa is diversely beautiful! Let’s explore it!

Graphic © @WanjikuReports

[Springboks @Springboks]

It's over in Paris! What a game, we go again next week in the #RWC2023 final. Thanks for an amazing contest @EnglandRugby 🇿🇦🤝
#StrongerTogether #Springboks #RWC2023 #RSAvENG

[Wenceslous Nyamupfukudza @wenceslous7]

MATTER OF FACT! All big things started small. Consider starting with vegetable hybrids. Low capital but high value produce! This will take you to another level. Invest small and harvest BIG. Agronomists will guide you in transplanting throughout the precision farming phase. this is potentially convetable into food and money.

This is business,

How did you start your farming journey?

[Wenceslous Nyamupfukudza @wenceslous7]

How to start farming with minimal to no waste of resources!

If I was to start farming today what would I do differently?

1.I would start small.. dont be in a hurry to make it. Directions is more important than speed

2. Make sure you have the right man power. Human resource is the key factor to a successful farm

3. I would invest in myself too. Learn some basic farming. Attend work shops seminars and prioritize farm visits to other successful farmers for learning

4. Before anything else on the farm, infact before buying I would first site for water and drill a good yield borehole

5. I wouldn't invest very much in infrastructure. Invest in production and let your produce build your infrastructure one step at a time. Many farms have great structures but no money for production. Avoid going in too big...

5. Plan your farm in detail, plan for every 3 months which is quarterly, plan mid year every six months and plan yearly. Always have a 3 year plan how you want your farm to look or where you expect it to be and a 5 year plan known as the long term plan

6. Prioritize marketing strategies and market research. What good is a product that cant be sold????

7. Be consistent on one thing.. you will hear stories from new farmers like what is more profitable between veggies and piggery or broiler chickens? That's a wrong question.. anything done well and consistently is profitable. What most people lack is consistency

This is what I would do differently....

What would you do differently???

I want you to join our free training on horticulture and more projects in our WhatsApp groups,

Let's talk Precision Farming

[Wenceslous Nyamupfukudza @wenceslous7]

Feedlot Facts.
•Economy of scale is need to compete
•Highly technical in management, nutrition and health
•Extremely capital intensive
•Market specific final products and quality
•Difficult to ENTER and EXIT the industry
•The WRONG calf cannot be fed RIGHT

[John Basera @basera_john]

A good bull is half the herd.
Genetics
Genetics
Genetics
Growth.

[John Basera @basera_john]

Quelea busting using Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (drones). Achieved a 'good kill' of over 95% on a 20 km² roost in Midlands. Aero-mechanisation at best!
#QueleaBusting
#TechnologyWorks
#EveryGrainCounts

[Zimbabwe Cricket @ZimCricketv]

A winning start for 🇿🇼 in the @ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup Qualifier 2023

#ZIMvNEP | #CWC23

[Steven Ndukwu @SteveNdukwu]

I am coming back next month. Still can’t get enough of this beauty!

Please Retweet let the world see this beautiful destination🙏

Watch full video 👉 https://t.co/pju9DOuHvJ