My name is Sharifa Hassan Mwasama, the Vice Chairperson of Zima AMCOSS. I am a widow with four children; my husband passed away in 2001. One of the challenges we faced with selling cashew nuts at auctions was the fluctuating prices, which often resulted in low profits for farmers. However, we are grateful for the opportunity to do business with Mama Cashew. Farmers are thrilled with the good prices at which Mama Cashew purchases cashew nuts.

In the past, cashew farming incurred high costs, but selling at auctions often yielded minimal profits for farmers. In contrast, selling to Mama Cashew ensures good prices and profitability. With the gratitude funds received from selling to Mama Cashew, I can invest in farm improvements such as weeding at the beginning of the season and furthering the education of my children, as well as supporting various daily activities.