Namaning’a Irrigation Schemes

Namaning’a irrigation scheme was implemented by Mai Aisha Trust by Peace Giving International. The Scheme is in Mangochi district in Nanmaning’a village GVH Sinyala T/A Bwananyambi. The scheme has 20 farmers (8males & 12 females). They use motorized irrigation system now and the crops that are grown are Maize, Vegetables & Tomatoes.

Problems Faced Before the Implementation of the Scheme

1. They were using earth canal which promotes soil erosion.
2. Farmers were using buckets to carry water for irrigating crops so the failed to cultivate large piece of land.

 How Things Have Changed With Support of Peace Giving International.

1. Farmers are able to cultivate large piece of land since now they use motorized irrigation system.
2. They use of motorized irrigation system has reduced soil erosion.