Millers urged to utilise Zambia export opportunity

Published 2023년 4월 16일

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The Grain Millers Association of Zimbabwe (GMAZ) is encouraging local millers to capitalize on the demand for mealie meal in Zambia, which is currently experiencing a shortage. With Zimbabwe set to harvest three million tonnes of maize, the largest in the country's history, GMAZ believes this could be a significant opportunity for exports. However, the association is calling for the necessary export permits to be obtained to facilitate trade with Zambia. The government's efforts to enhance agricultural production, alongside successful crop conditions and preparations for the next harvest, promise a promising future for food security and potential exports in the region.

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Source: Millers urged to utilise Zambia export opportunity | Sunday News (Business) Judith Phiri, Business Reporter THE Grain Millers Association of Zimbabwe (GMAZ) has said local millers can utilise the opportunity that has arisen to supply mealie meal to Zambia which is currently facing an overwhelming demand. According to an article published by Lusaka Times on 05 April, Zambia is experiencing a mealie meal shortage, which has prompted the government to take action. “The Zambia Chambers of Commerce and Industry (ZACCI) is urging its members to take advantage of the government’s move to allow the importation of mealie meal and to utilise the quickened process related to the acquisition of import permits. This will help avert the situation and satisfy the overwhelming demand for mealie meal in the country.” In an interview, GMAZ chairperson Mr Tafadzwa Musarara said this was an opportunity for local millers. “This provides our local millers an opportunity to supply maize meal to ...

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