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In 2015, Kudakwashe “Kuda” Makuzwa’s life took a transformative turn. While participating in the Mandela Washington Fellowship, she received a grant from the United States African Development Fund (USADF) to kick-start a beekeeping venture. This opportunity marked the beginning of a mission that would not only empower rural women but also contribute to environmental sustainability.
Returning home from the United States, Kuda was driven by a clear purpose: to uplift communities by engaging in beekeeping and honey production. What initially started as a small project involving just ten women has since blossomed into a nationwide initiative. The brand born from this vision, Anaya Honey which has since rebranded to Golden Safari Honey , symbolizes hope and opportunity for many rural folk living in rural Zimbabwe, who previously struggled to survive on less than $2 a day.
For these folks, beekeeping has been a game-changer. By producing honey, they now earn a vital supplementary income that helps to support their families and improve their overall well-being. This additional income goes a long way in providing basic needs, such as food, education for their children, and healthcare.
But the impact of Kuda’s work goes beyond economic empowerment. Beekeeping is also playing a significant role in environmental conservation. Bees are essential to maintaining balanced ecosystems, as they are crucial pollinators for many plants and crops. By nurturing bees, these women have become guardians of nature, contributing to biodiversity and the health of the planet.
In addition to caring for bees, these “bee stewards” actively engage in climate change mitigation by planting and protecting trees. These trees not only provide habitat and nectar for bees but also play a crucial role in carbon sequestration, helping to reduce the carbon footprint and combat climate change.
Kuda’s initiative has grown into more than just a business—it’s a movement that uplifts communities and protects the environment. Through Golden Safari Honey, Kuda is helping rural beekeepers rewrite their life stories, from living in poverty to becoming empowered agents of change. With each jar of honey produced, local Beekeepers are not only securing better futures for themselves but also contributing to a healthier planet, one bee at a time.