Revisiting Agricultural Policy Reforms and Rural Livelihood Dynamics in Zimbabwe: A Replication Study

This study revisits agricultural policy reforms implemented in Zimbabwe to assess their impact on rural livelihoods. The methodology involves re-analysing existing datasets with robust statistical methods and incorporating new variables relevant to current agricultural conditions in Zimbabwe. A significant proportion (35%) of farmers reported improved yields after policy implementation, though there was a notable variability across different regions. The replication confirms the initial findings but also highlights regional variations that were not evident in the original study. Policy makers should consider region-specific interventions to maximise benefits from agricultural reforms and mitigate potential negative impacts. The empirical specification follows Y=β₀+β^ X+ε, and inference is reported with uncertainty-aware statistical criteria.