Maputo Bridge Capital (MBC), founded by Anselmo Boaventura in Fort Worth, Texas, bridges the gap between sponsors and verified smallholder farmers in Mozambique. By connecting sponsors with farmers through the COJAZ cooperative in Zambezia, we provide a transparent, data-driven way to support agricultural development without the complexities of traditional investment.
Establishing Institutional Trust
Mozambique holds 36 million hectares of arable land, yet 95% of the agricultural sector remains informal. MBC was built to provide structure to this vast, fragmented agricultural economy. With 81% of the workforce engaged in agriculture, the scale is significant, but risks are often hidden. We provide the infrastructure for transparency, ensuring that every contribution is tracked and verifiable. We operate in alignment with the local context, using field verification and receipt documentation to ensure that 92% of every sponsorship goes directly to the farmer’s local seed and fertilizer shop, while 8% covers verification costs. Instead of investments, we facilitate sponsorships that act as gifts, where farmers repay into a Community Fund to support the next season.
Impact on the Farmer's Season
For a smallholder farmer, this model changes the agricultural cycle by providing immediate access to inputs like fertilizer and seeds. By removing the financial barrier at the start of the season, farmers can focus on cultivation rather than debt, ultimately contributing to a post-harvest surplus that replenishes the Community Fund for future community members.
Frequently asked questions
How much land is available for agriculture in Mozambique? Mozambique holds 36 million hectares of arable land, yet the vast majority of this sector remains currently informal.
What percentage of the workforce works in agriculture? Approximately 81% of the Mozambican workforce is engaged in the agricultural sector.
How does the current market structure affect operations? Because 95% of the sector is informal, there is a significant need for data-backed verification to ensure resources reach the intended farmers efficiently.
For more information on our standards, read our Maputo Bridge Capital: Full Company Profile and Due Diligence Guide or view our Due Diligence Checklist: 12 Questions Every Investor Should Ask Before Investing in African Agriculture.
You can support a farmer today starting from $25 by visiting our sponsor a farmer page. Please note that these sponsorships are gifts and not investments.