African Bacteriology Journal (Core Life Science)

Advancing Scholarship Across the Continent

Vol. 2002 No. 1 (2002)

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Economic and Social Impact Assessment of Solar-Powered Irrigation Systems in Maize Production, Southern Mozambique: A Decades-long Perspective

Chizulu Nhemachego, Department of Research, Lúrio University Chipando Hondo, Department of Research, Eduardo Mondlane University (UEM), Maputo Chimojo Chikape, Department of Advanced Studies, Lúrio University Chitete Mapengo, Eduardo Mondlane University (UEM), Maputo
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18744585
Published: January 23, 2002

Abstract

Solar-powered irrigation systems have been introduced in maize production across Southern Mozambique as a means to enhance agricultural productivity and sustainability. The study employed a mixed-methods approach combining econometric modelling with qualitative interviews to assess system performance and user perceptions. Over the study period, solar-powered irrigation increased maize yields by an average of 20% in irrigated fields compared to non-irrigated plots, demonstrating significant productivity gains. The systems have provided substantial benefits, including improved food security and reduced reliance on traditional water sources for irrigation. Governments should continue promoting solar-powered irrigation by providing subsidies and technical support to farmers in Southern Mozambique.

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Chizulu Nhemachego, Chipando Hondo, Chimojo Chikape, Chitete Mapengo (2002). Economic and Social Impact Assessment of Solar-Powered Irrigation Systems in Maize Production, Southern Mozambique: A Decades-long Perspective. African Bacteriology Journal (Core Life Science), Vol. 2002 No. 1 (2002). https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18744585
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Keywords

Sub-SaharanGISpoverty reductionsustainabilityrural developmentclimate change adaptationparticipatory approach

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