Rose Lomgcino Maseko, 2020 Youth Winner, (Ngwazini, Manzini Region)

Lomgcino really learned a lot about strategizing to improve her business and has not looked back since.
Maseko learned to work smarter, not harder- working a smaller piece of land to earn greater income. In this way, she can lower her input costs.
Seeing the large number of people producing beans in Eswatini, Maseko looked outside the country to connect with a research station to begin supplying bean seeds.
She is now able to subcontract other farmers to supply certified bean seeds and has created for herself a niche market. The competition has given her greater visibility across Eswatini, allowing her to network and grow her business to new levels.
She is passionate about assisting other women grow, and continues to mentor other women, helping them apply for the competition and to grow in their agricultural ventures.