I am a passionate social entrepreneur and development practitioner dedicated to driving inclusive, sustainable economic growth in Lesotho through innovative agriculture, education, and community-based business initiatives. With a strong background in rural development, project design, and funding acquisition, I work closely with schools, farmers, and local leaders to create resilient income-generating projects that empower youth, women, and underserved communities.
My work includes the establishment of aeroponic potato farms, traditional poultry cooperatives, and community-integrated school enterprises, each with a focus on environmental sustainability, food security, and job creation.
Key Projects & Ventures:
- Maluti SkyRoot Farms: Climate-smart aeroponics farming for potato production in Lesotho's highlands.
- St. Philomena RC School Project: School-based potato aeroponics to combat rural poverty and improve school retention.
- Thaba-Khubelu Layers Farm: 5,000-layer poultry farm supplying eggs locally and promoting youth agripreneurship.
- Hloahloeng Ha-Nkau Community Agri-Hub: Integrates traditional chicken farming and vegetable cultivation with a profit-sharing model for villagers.
- Puzzle Parking Maseru Proposal: Urban innovation for vehicle congestion and city infrastructure modernization.
My Goals in Joining JamiiTrade:
- To connect with like-minded African entrepreneurs, development partners, and potential investors.
- To scale my agricultural and education projects beyond Lesotho through cross-border collaboration.
- To access knowledge, markets, tools, and capacity-building opportunities that JamiiTrade offers.
- To contribute actively to peer discussions, trade policy reforms, and community building within the Jamii ecosystem.
Brizzy Mulwabo is a multifaceted professional with a strong foundation in engineering, business, and entrepreneurship. Holding an Honors Degree in Metallurgical Engineering from the University of Namibia, Brizzy has applied their technical expertise across various roles, including demand planning and accounts receivables in the fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) industry. As co-founder and Director of Kwangala Zone Limited, a life-size gaming company, Brizzy channels their passion for creativity and team building into crafting memorable experiences for corporate and private clients. Additionally, they helm Gracehaven Farms, an agribusiness innovating in sustainable agriculture through projects like Black Soldier Fly farming and aquaculture. Fluent in English and French, Brizzy is a strategic thinker with a knack for identifying opportunities, fostering collaboration, and driving impactful projects. Their entrepreneurial journey is marked by a commitment to sustainability, community engagement, and creating value-driven solutions.
I am Makhosini Nkomo.Â
I am a freelance video editor based in Johannesburg who is also a full time member of the South Africa Guild of Editors.
I have been working in the film and television industry for the past 10 years and worked on all kinds of projects that include documentaries, inserts, music videos, commercials and talk show. By 2016 I'd been a D.O.P assist and video editor assist for two films that were on the top 20 viewed movies on Mzansi magic; i.e "Mletheni" and "Fong Kong Pastor". I also did 30 episodes for Connect T.V on Africa month celebrations all over South Africa. Not to mention the Legendary drama series "IFALAKHE" which was a joy to work on. The systems I use are Premiere Pro CC, Final Cut Pro X and Adobe After Effects CC.
My name is Gift Nyumbu, and I am the Founder and CEO of Shine Zone Engineering Company Ltd, based in Lusaka, Zambia. I am an ambitious and self-driven entrepreneur with a deep passion for engineering, innovation, and economic empowerment.
Shine Zone Engineering specializes in construction, electrical installation, refrigeration systems, and general trading. Over the years, we’ve expanded our services to meet the needs of schools, organizations, and businesses across Zambia. I’m also actively working to grow our company internationally by connecting with partners and opportunities beyond borders.
My mission is to contribute to sustainable development through reliable infrastructure and engineering solutions. I am currently seeking mentorship, international contracts, and strategic partnerships to take my business to the next level. I believe in continuous learning, and I’m excited to be part of platforms like JIMiiTrade that can open doors for growth, trade, and collaboration.
A South African-born slow fashion label that transforms factory offcuts and discarded textiles into one-of-a-kind, story-rich fashion pieces.
I want to explore partnerships, collaboration opportunities, and buyer engagement. Â As Europe leads the charge in sustainability, green innovation, and creative industries, I believe Rukai790 offers a compelling model for circular collaboration between Africa and the EU.