Zimbabwe's president opened advanced grain storage facilities at a Mutare depot on Wednesday, marking a significant step in the country's food security strategy. The complex features seven silos with a combined capacity of 56,000 tonnes and uses artificial intelligence to monitor grain conditions and minimize waste. Each unit holds 8,000 tonnes and operates with automated systems that track quality in real time.
President Emmerson Mnangagwa said the technology will help preserve harvests and protect against drought-related shortages. The facility matches a similar installation completed in Kwekwe in May and represents part of a two-year plan to build modern storage at 14 locations nationwide. Equipment at the site processes 100 tonnes per hour through dryers and dust extraction systems.
The government intends to replicate the model in Masvingo, Rutenga, Marondera, Guruve, Mhangura, Raffingora, Bindura, Gokwe, and Plumtree. Mnangagwa emphasized the need for preparedness against potential food shortages. The project aims to enhance the nation's capacity to store commodities and address agricultural challenges across multiple provinces.
President Emmerson Mnangagwa said the technology will help preserve harvests and protect against drought-related shortages. The facility matches a similar installation completed in Kwekwe in May and represents part of a two-year plan to build modern storage at 14 locations nationwide. Equipment at the site processes 100 tonnes per hour through dryers and dust extraction systems.
The government intends to replicate the model in Masvingo, Rutenga, Marondera, Guruve, Mhangura, Raffingora, Bindura, Gokwe, and Plumtree. Mnangagwa emphasized the need for preparedness against potential food shortages. The project aims to enhance the nation's capacity to store commodities and address agricultural challenges across multiple provinces.
