DevPact led an agribusiness private sector engagement study to develop appropriate private sector led interventions in Zimbabwe
The purpose of the investment and private sector assessment was to cultivate relationships with private companies, impact investors, and business development service (BDS) providers to inform the design and implementation of food security programming and grant proposals in Southern Zimbabwe (Matabeleland). The assignment involved scoping, mapping, relationship building and field research in Matabeleland, Bulawayo, and Harare. DevPact led the stakeholder engagement with over 70 private sector and public sector stakeholders in the broader agricultural sector, including diverse sectors such as livestock & veterinary services; grains & oilseeds; information technology and agricultural financial services providers. DevPact led the crafting of recommendations on how best to apply a market systems development approach within a humanitarian context.
Partner: Catholic Relief Services, Zimbabwe
