A research professional, equipped with over 15 years of experience within policy research environments. Offering comprehensive knowledge of environmental, political, social, and economic issues. Proven experience across a range of research projects, commissioned studies, and initiatives encompassing environmental and agricultural policy studies, economic policy and political economy. Demonstrates problem-solving, critical thinking, and bilingual communication skills with the ability to manage tasks and prioritise workloads. Currently, studying towards a Doctoral degree (PhD) with the University of KwaZulu Natal (UKZN, South Africa), where I am researching on Capital and Climate Change Politics, focusing on tobacco production and its contribution to carbon sink reduction
Contact details: steve_mberi@yahoo.com/steve@aiastrust.org
Is a research fellow with the Sam Moyo African Institute for Agrarian Studies and also a PhD candidate at the Doshisha University, Graduate School of Global Studies, Japan. He received a BSc (hons) and a Master’s degree in Agricultural and Applied Economics from University of Zimbabwe. He is very passionate about analyzing the growth trajectory, opportunities and constraints in the agrarian commodity exchange system. He has been working on a number of research areas which includes land use, food security, productivity, woman land rights, climate change, youth unemployment and illicit financial flows
Contact details: ranga@localhost
Is a Research Associate at the SMAIAS. He received a BSc Agriculture (Hons) and a MPhil in Animal Science from the University of Zimbabwe. His research interests are international politics and agricultural development.
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is the Coordinator for the Zimbabwe Land and Agrarian Network housed under SMAIAS. She holds a Master of Science Degree (MSc) Degree in Development and Rural Innovation and a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Animal Sciences. She has been working with small holder farmers relating to livelihoods and food security.
Contact details: zilan.trust@gmail.com
is a graduate intern at the Sam Moyo African Institute for Agrarian Studies. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Agriculture Economics and is currently studying towards a Master of Science Degree in Agriculture and Applied Economics with the University of Zimbabwe.
Contact details. blessingmutoro63@gmail.com
is a dedicated program development and humanitarian professional with extensive experience in research, monitoring, evaluation, advocacy for inclusion, and community development. With a strong commitment to advancing women’s rights and promoting gender equality, she has successfully contributed to the design, implementation, and evaluation of programs aimed at advancing community development. In her current role as a Program Assistant, Nyaradzo plays a pivotal role in advancing initiatives that create sustainable change while ensuring inclusivity in all aspects of programming. Her work is driven by a passion for empowering communities and addressing gender equality. She holds MSc in Agriculture and Economics and Master in Business Administration.
Contact details. nyarietap@gmail.com
BSc Honours degree in Agricultural Economics (Agricultural and Rural Development) from the University of Zimbabwe and a certificate in the NELGA short course on the Political Economy of Land Governance in Africa from the Western Cape University. She is currently serving as a Programs Assistant directly contributing to programs addressing land rights for smallholder producers, particularly women, across Zimbabwe, supporting sustainable agriculture and social justice. She believes research, policy advocacy, and capacity building drive positive change.
Contact details. chimombesamantha@gmail.com
is the bookkeeper for SMAIAS He is a graduate Chartered Secretary with the Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators Zimbabwe, currently he is studying A.C.C.A. His interests lie in corporate governance and financial management.
Contact details: kundayi@aiastrust.org/ ronaldkundayi@gmail.com
is the Messenger/Driver for SMAIAS office in Harare.
is the Janitor at the SMAIAS office in Harare.
