Interested in starting your own entrepreneurial journey in agriculture but unsure what to expect? Then read up on our interview with Dominikus Collenberg, CEO of Organic Africa, located in Vainona, Harare, Zimbabwe.
What's your business, and who are your customers?
We are an impact enterprise. Working with small-scale farmers and wild collectors in Southern Africa, producing high quality organically and fair trade certified products. We work with international companies who buy our carbon credits, food, essential oils, cosmetic oils, teas, food additives, and spices. Redevelop the local market.
Tell us about yourself
We want to set an example for impact enterprises in Southern Africa. We wanted to start small and have grown now into a group of companies of seven different companies.
What's your biggest accomplishment as a business owner?
Helping the poor and developing new indigenous underutilized products.
What's one of the hardest things that comes with being a business owner?
The community to identify those who are like-minded and identify impact investors.
What are the top tips you'd give to anyone looking to start, run and grow a business today?
- Don't hesitate; start now.
- Do it in the field you know something about.
- Be a good leader.
Where can people find you and your business?
Website: https://organicafrica.biz/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/organic-africa/
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