In the late 1960s, a Zimbabwean farmer transformed a dry hillside with rainwater-harvesting earthworks; his wells stayed productive through droughts

Zephaniah Phiri Maseko has become a pioneer in revitalising degraded lands in Zimbabwe through innovative water harvesting techniques. By creating strategic pits and bunds, he has proven successful in retaining rainwater and rejuvenating groundwater levels, which bolster crop resilience even during droughts. Similarly, studies in Rwanda echo the significance of farmers’ deep-rooted knowledge in managing water resources, showcasing how indigenous practices enable communities to sustainably maintain food production.
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