Transparency Isn't Virtue Signaling. It's Strategy.
Radical transparency is the core operational strategy at Maputo Bridge Capital (MBC) because it builds essential trust in a market where information is often scarce. By providing sponsors with full, proactive disclosure of how funds are used, we transform the relationship between supporters and smallholder farmers in Mozambique.
What Radical Transparency Looks Like at MBC
MBC, founded by Anselmo Boaventura in Fort Worth, Texas, connects sponsors with verified smallholder farmers in Mozambique. Our transparency means publishing the specific realities of farming in a country where 81% of the population depends on subsistence agriculture and weather shocks are real. We work directly with the COJAZ cooperative in Zambezia to verify every project.
A sponsor gives from $25, which goes directly to the farmer's local seed and fertilizer shop. The sponsor then receives the receipt and field photos, ensuring full visibility. 92% of the contribution goes to the farmer's shop, while 8% covers field verification and receipt documentation. We believe that showing you the GPS coordinates of a farm and the actual documentation is a critical competitive moat in this sector.
The Numbers That Matter
Mozambique's agricultural sector presents genuine macroeconomic tailwinds alongside inherent risks: cyclone exposure, infrastructure gaps, and currency volatility. Mozambique has 3 million unbanked farmers operating in a 95% informal economy. Recognizing these factors is essential for any sponsor. Unlike financial products that hide risks, we believe that those who understand the full picture make better decisions.
$25 plants a farmer's season in Zambézia.
Paid straight to the local seed shop. You get the receipt, a field photo and a harvest update.
A gift, not an investment. Not tax-deductible.
Impact on the Farmer's Season
For a smallholder farmer in the COJAZ cooperative, this model directly impacts their planting season. By receiving verified funding for seeds and fertilizer at the start of the cycle, they can maximize their yield potential. After harvest, farmers repay into a Community Fund that sponsors the next farmer, creating a sustainable cycle of support that benefits the entire local agricultural community.
Frequently asked questions
Q: What is the primary role of the COJAZ cooperative? A: The cooperative acts as a partner in Zambezia to help coordinate and facilitate the agricultural activities of local farmers.
Q: Why is the informal nature of the economy a factor for farmers? A: With 95% of the economy being informal, farmers often lack access to traditional banking services, making direct support for supplies like seeds and fertilizer vital.
Q: How do weather shocks affect farmers in Mozambique? A: Weather shocks, such as cyclones, are significant risks that impact the stability of harvests and overall agricultural output in the region.
For more details on how we verify projects, read our guide on how we audit farmer projects or see our company profile. You can also learn more about why radical transparency is our competitive advantage.
If you would like to support a farmer, you can sponsor a farmer from $25 by visiting our sponsorship page. Please note that sponsorships are gifts, not investments, and are not tax-deductible.