Opportunities
Agro-Processing
By processing farm products locally rural communities can increase agricultural incomes. Opportunities in agro-processing include the manufacturing of fertiliser and other inputs, milling flour, drying, packaging and canning fruits, vegetables and nuts, and producing beer, juice and other beverages.
Mining Inputs & Beneficiation
In mining communities, rural enterprise can seek ways to enter the supply chain – manufacturing everything from low tech inputs, to protective clothing and chemicals. Opportunities will also be pursued in mineral beneficiation, transforming raw materials into higher-value products. This will generate revenue for reinvestment in participating communities.
Household Goods
Nearly everything consumed by rural households is manufactured in the non-rural economy. Yet, most of these are low-tech goods that can be locally produced. Opportunities include the manufacture of toilet paper, cleaning products, female toiletries, soap and home construction materials.
Cultural Products
Traditional communities have a rich cultural heritage that can be translated into products for urban and tourist consumption. This includes not only crafts and jewelry, but also clothing, handbags, shoes, pottery and traditional medicine.
