Your Land, Your Future
A DUAT (Direito de Uso e Aproveitamento da Terra) represents the formal recognition of your right to use and benefit from land in Mozambique, serving as the essential foundation for agricultural security. By formalizing these rights, you gain the legitimacy needed to protect your land from uncertainty and establish a permanent basis for your family's farming activities.
The Role of Land Rights
In a country where 95% of the agricultural sector remains informal, the DUAT is your strongest asset for legitimacy. Ownership of land is the foundation for any successful farmer looking to expand beyond simple plots. As our economy grows, formalizing your land rights allows you to establish a secure footing for your agricultural efforts. With $35 billion in annual mobile money volume, the digital and financial infrastructure is increasingly ready to support those who have their paperwork in order. Don't leave your family's future to chance. Secure your land to ensure your future growth.
Impact on the Farmer's Season
For a smallholder farmer in the Zambezia region, such as those working with the COJAZ cooperative, clear land rights mean the ability to plan for the long term. Instead of worrying about land tenure, a farmer can focus on applying high-quality seeds and fertilizer during the planting window. Knowing the land is secured allows the farmer to focus entirely on the harvest, which leads to better yields and ensures that repayment into the Community Fund—which sponsors the next farmer—remains consistent.
Frequently asked questions
What is a DUAT? It is the formal legal right to use and benefit from a specific piece of land in Mozambique.
Why is formality important? It provides legitimacy for a farmer, replacing informal arrangements with documented rights that help stabilize their agricultural business.
How does technology fit in? While the current focus is on land rights, the existing $35 billion in mobile money volume suggests that digital infrastructure will play an increasingly vital role in how farmers manage their assets in the future.
Supporting Mozambique's Farmers
Maputo Bridge Capital, founded by Anselmo Boaventura in Fort Worth, Texas, connects sponsors with verified smallholder farmers like those in the COJAZ cooperative. A sponsor gives from $25, which goes directly to the farmer's local seed and fertilizer shop, and the sponsor receives the receipt and field photos. Please note that sponsorships are gifts, not investments, and are not tax-deductible. If you would like to help, you can sponsor a farmer from $25.