By Violet Mashonga
Mashonaland West Province took center stage at the Zimbabwe Agricultural Show (ZAS) 2025, with Chegutu’s Plaxedes Murefu emerging as a standout performer.
Murefu clinched the overall national winner title and earned first runner-up positions in three competitive categories: Flowers and Ornamentals, Value Addition, and Legumes.
This historic achievement underscores Murefu’s unwavering commitment and expertise in agriculture, earning her national recognition and pride for her home province.
Speaking at the awards ceremony, Evelyn Ndoro, the Provincial Deputy Director of Agritex, expressed immense pride:
“This is a remarkable achievement, and we are thrilled to see our farmers excel at the national level,” she said, beaming as she posed for a photo with the decorated farmer.
More Provincial Achievements
Other notable winners from Mashonaland West included:
Lydia Mushaninga of Mhondoro-Ngezi, who placed first runner-up in both the Cabbage and Sweet Potato categories.
Senzeni Munamike from Kariba District, who proudly showcased her agri-produce for the first time at ZAS, marking a significant milestone in the district’s participation in the prestigious event.
A National Showcase of Agricultural Excellence
The 2025 edition of the Zimbabwe Agricultural Show was a resounding success, highlighting the country’s agricultural prowess while promoting innovation and collaboration across the sector.
Held under the theme “Building Bridges: Connecting Agriculture, Industry, and Community,” the event lived up to its vision of uniting farmers, industry players, and communities.
More Winners: Schools, Livestock, and Community Contributions
In the schools’ category, Alaska Primary secured the second runner-up position, followed by Sir John Kennedy Primary in third, and Alabama Primary in fourth.
Jameson High School took first place in the secondary schools’ category, with Chinhoyi High School coming in second.
In the livestock division:
Cathrine Murwira emerged as first runner-up in Rabbitry and Road Runner categories.
Jeranando from Zvimba District clinched the top prize in the Guinea Fowl category.
Beaty Chidyamari of Mubaira won a sheller, while Elizabeth Matemera—an Area Extension Officer known as ABAO Matemera—was awarded a table in recognition of her support to local farmers.
Cotton and tobacco farmers from Sanyati and Zvimba districts also received consolation prizes, acknowledging their continued contributions to the agricultural economy.
Overall winner ZAS Plaxedes Murefu Chegutu district Mashonaland West, also the farmer is the first runner up in 3 categories; flowers and ornamental section, Value addition section and legumes section.The Provincial Deputy Director Agritex posing for a photo in a joyous moment. Also Mushaninga Lydia from Mash west Mhondoro Ngezi is the first runner up in cabbage section and sweet potato category.
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