In Ghana, 52% of the labour force is engaged in agriculture, and the share of the agricultural sector in the gross domestic product (GDP) Is around 54%. Approximately, 39% of the farm labour force is women. It is renowned that the Republic of Ghana, a West African nation, has made progress in reducing poverty and hunger among its population. However, improvements at the national level mask huge inequalities between the north and south of the country, and between rural and urban areas.

Zimbabwe, with its population currently estimated at approximately 17 million, is navigating a complex socioeconomic transformation. Recent advancements in health and education reflect strides towards achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Significant challenges still persist, however, particularly in rural areas where around 67% of the population resides and depends mainly on subsistence agriculture.