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Microfinance programmes have the potential to enhance financial inclusion among rural women farmers in Zimbabwe's Midlands region, despite significant challenges. Novelty: ClaimNovelty.CONFIRMATORY. Consensus alignment: ConsensusAlignment.NEUTRAL.

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The study investigates the effectiveness of microfinance programs on financial inclusion of women farmers in Zimbabwe.

March 13, 2026Open Access

Microfinance in Rural Zimbabwe: Assessing Its Impact on Financial Inclusion Among Women Farmers

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CMChigaro MurekateteNational University of Science and Technology

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Mixed-methods study assesses the impact of microfinance on financial inclusion for women farmers, suggesting policy changes are needed.

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The study investigates the effectiveness of microfinance programs on financial inclusion of women farmers in Zimbabwe.
Employed a mixed-methods approach combining quantitative surveys and qualitative interviews
Focused on women farmers in rural Midlands region
Gained insights into participants' experiences and perceptions of microfinance
Over 70% of women farmers have access to microfinance services
Only about 50% effectively utilize these programs
Barriers include limited financial literacy and lack of collateral requirements

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Chigaro Murekatete (2012) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69b3ad1302a1e69014ccf4a8 https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18971422

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