Banana production in Chipinge has reached new heights, with the Chipinge Banana Company (CBC) emerging as one of Zimbabwe’s biggest and most productive farms.
A joint venture between Cicada and Matanuska, CBC has turned 190 hectares of land into a thriving banana estate that now produces about 8 500 tonnes of bananas every year. Most of the fruit is sold locally, helping to strengthen food security and provide steady incomes for farmers and vendors.
A farm manager at the banana estate said the project shows how partnerships and Government support can transform agriculture.
“This venture is proof that teamwork between the private sector and Government can revolutionise farming. We are not just producing bananas; we are building a strong agricultural sector that benefits Zimbabweans,” he said.
The farm produces bananas all year round, ensuring a constant supply on the market and helping to keep prices stable.
Under the Second Republic, Chipinge has become one of the country’s top banana-growing districts, thanks to investment in irrigation, training, and modern farming methods. CBC’s success has also created jobs for local people and inspired nearby farmers to start banana projects of their own.
Experts say Chipinge’s warm climate and fertile soils make it ideal for banana farming, and the area has the potential to become a major exporter in the region.
The success of CBC reflects Zimbabwe’s wider agricultural revival, showing that with the right support, farming can create jobs, grow the economy, and feed the nation.
