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Over many difficult seasons, Betty Simpson, a widow and fishmonger in Charlesville Township situated in lower Margibi County, survived her fish trading business almost entirely on credit. With no steady capital and the responsibility of providing for her household alone, she relied on borrowed fish and informal credit arrangements just to remain active in the market. “I used to live on credit,” Betty said. “If I didn’t get fish on credit, I couldn’t

Welcome to Kianda, a lively radio drama that brings the daily realities of Mozambican farmers to life! Set in the fictitious village of Kianda, the series follows Ismael and his wife Leila, together with their friends Faizal and Mariamo, as they tackle real agricultural challenges – from choosing certified seeds and conserving soils to preparing natural fertilizers, rotating crops, and managing pests sustainably. Blending laughter, practical lessons, and down-to-earth agricultural

This International Women’s Day, the theme “Give to Gain” invites reflection not only on what must be invested, but on how change is built. For FAO’s Communication for Development (ComDev), investing in rural women and girls means strengthening the communication processes that allow them to participate, influence decisions and shape the future of agrifood systems. Rural women and girls are central to food security and rural economies. They produce a

Series Introduction Set in the vibrant fictional village of Kianda, this engaging radio drama follows Ismael, Leila, Faizal, and Mariamo as they navigate the everyday realities of smallholder farming in Mozambique. Through humour, relatable challenges, and practical lessons, the series explores climate-smart agriculture, soil conservation, natural fertilizers, crop rotation, pest management, and smart agribusiness planning. Each episode highlights best practices promoted by the FAO’s EU-funded PROMOVE Agribiz programme, showing how