Zimbabwe targets 1.5 million tonnes of grain storage by 2030
Zimbabwe is expanding its national grain storage capacity to 1.5 million metric tons by 2030 to mitigate the impact of climate-related weather shocks. The government plans to utilize solar-powered silos and increase strategic reserves to ensure food security following the 2024 drought.
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Strengthening food infrastructure is critical for African nations facing increased volatility from climate change and El Niño patterns.
ZIMBABWE – Zimbabwe plans to raise its national grain storage capacity to 1.5 million metric tons by 2030 as the government strengthens food reserves and prepares for future weather shocks.
The Ministry of Information announced the target on August 4, with Agriculture Minister Anxious Masuka saying the government wants to build stronger reserves after the severe drought that affected the country in 2024.
The government aims to hold 450,000 metric tons in the National Strategic Grain Reserve by the end of 2026. Officials expect to secure 300,000 tons immediately, while another 150,000 tons will come from the wheat harvest.
The government also plans to install solar-powered silos capable of storing grain for up to five years. Officials will place some of the facilities in areas that do not produce large volumes of grain so the reserves can reach regions facing greater food needs.
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