Accelerated Innovation Delivery Initiative (AID-I) Mozambique

Partner: International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA)
Location: Nampula and Zambézia Provinces

In partnership with IITA, Kyeema is contributing to the Accelerated Innovation Delivery Initiative (AID-I) Mozambique, a regional program working across 12 countries to scale agricultural innovations through local systems.

In Mozambique, the focus is on expanding access to climate-resilient poultry and goat farming practices while building the capacity of local actors to sustain and scale them.

Kyeema’s role involves leading inclusive, community-based interventions in selected districts of Nampula and Zambézia, engaging farmers, training local vaccinators, and strengthening partnerships with farmer associations, agro-dealers, and extension officers.

By combining IITA’s research expertise with Kyeema’s practical experience, the AID-I partnership is helping build a resilient foundation for future livestock entrepreneurship in rural Mozambique.

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“By working closely with IITA and local stakeholders, we’re helping to embed livestock innovation into communities that are driving their own food and income security.”
– Rosa Costa, Country Director, Mozambique

Supporting Village Chicken Businesses for Women in Marracuene

Donor: DFAT Australian NGO Cooperation Program (ANCP)
Location: Marracuene, Mozambique

This project supports vulnerable women in Mozambique, including those living with disabilities, to build sustainable poultry businesses and improve their livelihoods. Through an integrated, community-led model, the project strengthens every link in the local poultry value chain, from breeding and fattening to sales and market access.

At the heart of the model is the use of Boschveld chickens, a hardy and improved native breed well-suited for local conditions. The project equips participants with practical training, startup resources, and ongoing mentorship to help them succeed as poultry entrepreneurs.

The value chain follows a circular, selfreinforcing system ensuring sustainable access to local markets.

In 2024, this system not only surpassed its breeding and sales targets but also catalysed remarkable entrepreneurial spirit among the women involved. With training in husbandry, feed formulation, and business skills, participants are now growing their enterprises, increasing household income, and investing in their families’ futures.

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“One of the most exciting aspects of the project this year has been the rapid uptake of market-based approaches by women participants. Many are going beyond traditional sales channels using WhatsApp groups, door-to-door sales, and even coordinating group transport to larger markets”.
– Ana Zandamela, Kyeema’s Mozambique Program Coordinator

Stories from Marracuene

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Mrs. Flordina

Since joining the project in 2022, Mrs. Florinda has grown from a beginner to a respected poultry producer in her community. Starting with 45 hens and 5 roosters, she distributed chicks to 20 other families and now manages a thriving operation with over 75 birds at various stages of growth. She’s also developed practical innovations to reduce costs, such as preparing homemade feed from cracked maize and papaya leaves. In addition to chicks and eggs, she now sells chicken manure and uses leftovers to fertilise her vegetable garden.

“Before, we had to plan when we could eat chicken or eggs. Now, we eat them whenever we like. I bake cakes with the eggs, sell chicks to neighbours, and even use the manure in my garden. We’ve turned our backyard into a small but productive business. I dream of growing my flock to 200 birds.”
– Mrs Florinda

Isac

At just 26, Isac is proof that poultry farming can open doors for young entrepreneurs. What began as helping his mother with her chickens has evolved into a fullfledged business.

Despite setbacks including high chick mortality and space limitations, Isac persevered. With support from the project and lessons from his peers, he invested in two incubators, expanded his flock to 200 birds, and began selling eggs, chicks, and adult birds.

He’s even supporting other farmers by buying their eggs to hatch and resell. His careful selection process ensures the quality of the breed.

“With the money from sales, I was able to pay for my engagement and I’m planning my future.” – Isac

Isac Marracuene Mozambique DFAT