By Brighton Tchongwe
The Solidaridad in partnership with Kvuno, Hiveonline, HEINEKEN Mozambique, and the HEINEKEN Africa Foundation have officially launched the Promoting Regenerative Agriculture for Sustainable Livelihoods (PRASL) project.
The 3-year initiative invests 1.5 million euros (about 1.7 million USD) to support 4,000 smallholder farmers, with a focus on empowering women and young adults, to adopt climate-resilient agricultural practices that can enhance soil health, restore ecosystems, and strengthen community resilience.
Speaking during the signing ceremony in Mozambique, Boane District, Solidaridad Mozambique Country Manager, Francisco Nhanale has highlighted that the PRASL project comes at a critical time as smallholder farmers in Mozambique face the increasing challenges of climate change, including erratic rainfall and soil degradation.
Nhanale has underscored that the project is promoting regenerative agriculture, the initiative will equip farmers with innovative, sustainable farming techniques, improve market access, and introduce digital solutions that enable better decision-making.
“Mozambique’s future depends on transforming smallholder farmers into resilient, food-secure agro-entrepreneurs.
We envision a nation where farmers are not merely surviving, but thriving—capable of withstanding climate and market shocks, and contributing meaningfully to a diversified and inclusive economy. Empowering them is key to expanding our tax base and building stronger, locally-driven industries,” explained Nhanale.
In her remarks the Regional Manager at Kvuno, Lydia Banda has disclosed that the project will be strengthening Partnerships for Sustainable Development
Collaboration between the private sector, development organizations, and local farming communities are key to the project’s success.
Banda said through strategic partnerships, PRASL will provide farmers with access to training, digital platforms, and financial inclusion tools to enhance productivity and long-term sustainability.
“Digitalizing the agricultural value chain is not just a matter of innovation—it is a strategic necessity. Without reliable data on production, costs, and yields, our farmers remain invisible to financial institutions. Through initiatives like PRASL, we aim to build strong digital records that give banks the confidence to invest in smallholder agriculture and unlock real economic inclusion for rural communities,” said Banda.
With at least 60% of participants being women and 30% young adults, PRASL places inclusivity at the heart of its approach.
Meanwhile, General Manager for the HEINEKEN Africa Foundation, Edwin Moerkerk said the project seeks to bridge gender gaps in agricultural leadership and promote young adult participation in farming through mentorship, skills development, and access to finance.
Moerkerk has stated that the PRASL project will run from 2024 to 2027, ensuring that farmers have the necessary resources, knowledge, and market connections to sustain regenerative practices beyond the project’s duration.
He added that fostering local ownership and knowledge-sharing, the initiative aims to create a resilient and self-sufficient agricultural sector in Boane District.
“It is with great pride and excitement that we celebrate the launch of our latest project. PRASL marks a significant milestone in the HEINEKEN Africa Foundation’s ongoing commitment to foster sustainable development and to empower smallholder communities across sub-Saharan Africa.
We are committed to working together with our partners farmers. We believe that investing in African agriculture is investing in the future of the world,” Moerkerk.
Solidaridad is a global organization working to make supply chains more sustainable and Kvuno provides digital and financial solutions for smallholder farmers.
Hiveonline specializes in financial inclusion through blockchain and digital technologies while HEINEKEN Africa Foundation supports projects across sub-Saharan Africa that empower smallholder farmers to build thriving livelihoods as well as their climate resilience.
HEINEKEN Mozambique is committed to the global vision “Brew a Better World” that raises the bar and enables faster progress towards a better, fairer and more balanced world.
