Heartbreaks from relationships have led a lot of people into becoming depressed, and into developing mental and other psychological problems. On the contrary, an African woman who channeled this energy positively has said that one of the motivating factors that pushed her to becoming a farmer is a heartbreak from her husband.
In an interview with Wodemaya, Africa’s most followed YouTuber with over one million subscribers, Mitchell Gwatimba, 35, said she has been farming for the past three years in her home country, Zimbabwe, on a 150-hectors of land. She added when she shed tears, she does it not only because of the heartbreak but also, because of what she has been able to achieve within the short period of time.
“Those days when I was to talk about it, id cry. A lot of disappointments so I needed a break that is why I’m here…It showed me that I have more strength than I need. I had to put myself together. I have two beautiful boys. They needed me” – Mitchell Gwatimba responded to whether she has moved on from the heartbreak.
The 35-year-old farmer mentioned other two significant factors that motivated her to enter farming. She needed to take over from her father and most importantly to help Zimbabwe and humanity as a whole.
“My father passed away 13 years ago…because I really wanted my father’s legacy to carry on, not only with the farming but other businesses.” “I always have the edge to help people but what better way to help people? To feed the nation!” She said.
The woman said it is important for people to recognise the importance of agriculture in our lives today.
“Agriculture is the present and the future because people will relinquish when they do not eat. People need to be fed so how do we operate without agriculture?” She added
Advising people who want to venture into farming, Madam Gwatimba said agriculture is not as hard as it used to be. Machines and other technology tools are used to make work easily and faster.
She said, “It’s not as hard as people think. We use a lot machinery. It’s more about smart farming, smart partnerships and do partnership with someone who has the knowhow. You need to make smart decisions“.
Mitchell Gwatimba, working on a 150-hectors of land concentrations on grains, legumes and horticulture. She obtained a Bsc. Business Information Systems abroad (in Asia) but decided to work outside the demands of her academic qualifications.
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