Enhancing Honey Production and Quality, and Conserving the Environment

About this Project

With $8,310.59 support from Mudzi Connect, the Mkuwazi Bee Keeping Association, a second time grant recipient, will expand its beekeeping initiative by procuring 130 hives, protective gear, and honey processing equipment to boost production. The Association’s 175 farmers will receive beehives, beesuits, honey packaging materials and market linkages, while tree planting will enhance environmental conservation. The project will increase household incomes, strengthen food security, and promote environmental conservation.

Situated in Nkhataba District, Mkuwazi Beekeeping Association, has made great progress in  implementing a beekeeping project in the area. The one-year project, which commenced in August 2025, has so far utilized 60% of its total budget of $8,310.59 to procure key project materials. These include 120 out of the planned 130 beehives of which 110 have already been installed along with 10 bee suits, one honey-testing machine, 10 kg of grease, two rolls of hanging wire, and one heavy duty scale. A total of 175 farmers from 10 clubs are expected to benefit from the availability of adequate and appropriate working materials. Upon completion, the project is expected to significantly improve both the quantity and quality of honey harvested, leading to increased income for the association as well as higher individual earnings through dividends.