Copy of Strategic Development Partnership

Deo Zumbi Farm & 
Amplify Zumbi Agritech Academy
-Saurimo 
Strategic Development Partnership
Issued by: Amplify Africa | Date: September 2025
Amplify Africa,through its Amplify Intelligence division, has partnered with Deo Zumbi Holdings to develop a modern cereal farm and a community-centered agritech academy in Saurimo, Angola. 
The collaborative partnership delivers a turnkey farm operation alongside training, technology integration, and youth entrepreneurship.
 
 
Project Overview
Our partnership merges advanced cereal production with workforce development, on-site training, and tech-enabled operations. Amplify Africa has mobilized a full expert team to implement a turnkey agricultural operation and training ecosystem directly on the farm site.
Modern Production
Export-grade cereal farming.
On-Farm Academy
Field-based, practical training model.
Tech Integration
Drones, data, and smart systems.
Deo Zumbi Saurimo Farm
Turnkey Operator: FarmVision (PTY) Ltd, led by agricultural specialist Lieb Stein. FarmVision will deliver full-scale design and operations, mechanization, crop rotation, soil management, irrigation, equipment procurement, maintenance, and market-aligned crop strategy (maize, soybeans). The model targets sustainable, export-grade production.
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Farm Design & Ops
End-to-end operational setup.
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Mechanization & Soil
Crop rotation and soil health.
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Irrigation & Equipment
Procurement and maintenance.
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Market Strategy
Maize, soybeans; export-ready.
FarmVision Footprint & Impact
FarmVision operates across Ghana, Congo, Mozambique, and South Africa. Their track record positions the Deo Zumbi farm to meet national food security goals while achieving sustainable, commercial, export-grade output and full operational readiness.
Regional Presence
Ghana
Congo
Mozambique
South Africa
Outcomes
Food security alignment
Sustainability by design
Export-grade commercialization
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Amplify Zumbi Agritech Academy
Amplify Africa is a pan-African organization specializing in emerging tech, AI education, and economic empowerment. Its training arm, Amplify Intelligence, leads this initiative by designing and implementing the Amplify Zumbi Agritech Academy
The Academy develops a skilled workforce for the DioZumbi Farm through practical training in operations, mechanization, and quality control. It then expands into specialized agricultural technologies, including biofertilizer production, aquaponics, drone operations, and farm-based entrepreneurship.
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Embedded Training
On-site, field-based practice.
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Skilled Workforce
Operations to quality control.
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Advanced Tracks
Biofertilizer, aquaponics, drones.
Programs, Enrollment & Credentials
The Academy will enroll 60–100 young adults per year, resources permitting, with certified, internationally benchmarked programs using a practical training model.
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Cereal Farming
Maize, soybeans, smart crop systems.
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Biofertilizer
cultivates natural microbes that enrich soil and boost plant growth—an eco-friendly alternative to chemical fertilizers.
On-site production and QA.
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Hydroponics 
a soil-free farming method where plants grow in a nutrient-rich water solution, allowing faster growth and higher yields using less space and water.
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Licensed Drones
Agriculture, health, mining, Farm Security
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Advanced Aquaponics Systems
A closed-loop ecosystem where fish waste is recycled into natural fertilizer for plants, creating a sustainable and efficient soil-free farming method.
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Management & Enterprise
Farm business, marketing, logistics, ICT.
Leadership: Academy Director
World-renowned African agronomist Thadée Ntagara (Rwanda/Canada)  serves as the Academy’s Director and curriculum generator.
As a senior advisor for Amplify Intelligence, he brings over 25 years of experience leading agricultural transformation projects with the World Bank, African Union, COMESA, and government ministries across Rwanda, Ethiopia, South Africa, Canada, Ghana, and Congo. His leadership ensures the curriculum is both locally grounded and globally competitive.
The Amplify Zumbi Agritech Academy
The Amplify Zumbi Agritech Academy will first and foremost support the workforce development needs of the working Deo Zumbi Saurimo Farm. 
Training will focus on key functional areas including agronomy, mechanization, logistics, administration, and marketing. Farm personnel will actively recruit and enroll graduates from the Academy into roles that ensure continuity, excellence, and local ownership of farm operations.

In addition, Amplify Intelligence will lead in-school and field-based training programs for surrounding communities and local schools. These will include teacher training, youth hydroponics and agribusiness learning, and community garden support. Students will gain real-world agricultural experience inspired by successful models like Green Bronx Machine, Babylon Microfarms, and others.
This dual strategy ensures the academy trains both the future workforce of the farm and the next generation of agri-entrepreneurs, drone pilots, and food system innovators from across the region.
Schools, Community & Employment Engine
“We don’t just grow food — we grow futures.”
Amplify Intelligence will engage local schools via train-the-trainer for teachers, to apply in-school hydroponics, bio-farming, and field workshops at Deo Zumbi. 
Youth learn real-world agriculture skills such as soil health, vertical farming, irrigation, nutrition, and conservation. Graduates can join the Amplify Agritech Hub to provide drone spraying, biofertilizer production, digital soil and crop analysis, and logistics/ICT support.
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School Enablement
Teacher upskilling.
Train the Trainer
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In-School Labs
Hydroponics & bio-farming.
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On-Farm Visits
Hands-on workshops.
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Agritech Hub
Post-grad services pipeline.
Amplify Agritech Hub: Post-Graduation Employment Engine
Graduates can join the Amplify Agritech Hub, a distributed talent pipeline offering services to farms, cooperatives, municipalities, and businesses locally and across Southern Africa. They will provide:
Drone spraying & licensed precision agriculture
Biofertilizer production
Digital soil & crop analysis
Logistics & ICT support
Enterprise, Workforce & Commercialization
The Academy will train & develop teams ito handle Administration & Finance, Logistics & Supply Chain, Sales & Marketing, and ICT & Technical Support. 
A dedicated marketing and e-commerce division will launch an app and marketplace selling farm outputs, including branded biofertilizer for domestic and export markets, plus services like drone mapping, soil assessment, hydroponic setup, and agritech consulting.
Business Operations & Finance
Driving strategic financial planning and efficient administrative processes essential for sustainable growth and operational excellence.
Logistics & Distribution
Optimizing the movement of goods from farm to market, ensuring timely delivery and efficient management of the supply chain for all agricultural products and services.
Sales & Market Expansion
Developing robust marketing strategies and expanding sales channels to reach domestic and international markets, driving growth for farm outputs, branded biofertilizers, and specialized agritech services.
ICT & Digital Solutions
Providing essential information technology infrastructure, developing innovative digital systems, and offering comprehensive technical support to enhance operational efficiency and drive technological advancement across the agritech enterprise.
Vision, Infrastructure & Next Steps
Our vision for the Academy extends beyond training, aiming to create a ripple effect of positive change across Angola and beyond.
Transformative National Impact
Agriculture: Revolutionizing farming with smart mechanized systems.
Education: Providing applied, tech-integrated learning for future leaders.
Employment: Generating youth jobs and fostering entrepreneurship.
Climate: Promoting sustainable, low-carbon practices.
ESG: Championing gender inclusion, rural development, and tech access.
We are committed to active collaboration with Angola’s Ministries and global partners to maximize this impact.
Strategic Implementation Phases
Our phased approach ensures sustainable growth and measurable outcomes:
Phase 1: Foundation & Innovation
Establishment of a cereal farm.
Comprehensive drone training programs.
Pilot launch of biofertilizer production.
Phase 2: Expansion & Integration
Introduction of hydroponics and aquaponics.
Rollout of school-based programs.
Scaling up logistics and sales operations.
Dedicated Infrastructure & Support
To achieve our ambitious goals, we are building state-of-the-art facilities:
An on-site Academy for hands-on learning.
A cutting-edge Tech Lab for innovation.
A specialized Drone Center for advanced training.
We also ensure comprehensive support, including one meal per day for learners and staff.
Full CAPEX/OPEX details are available upon request.
Partnership for lasting change: Together, we plant futures — and grow more than crops.
CONTACT
Anthony Morgan
Anthony@amplifyafrica.com
+27 82 9214560
Closing / Legacy Vision
The Amplify Zumbi AgriTech Farm & Academy is more than farming, it is a blueprint for regenerative agriculture, youth empowerment, and African innovation. Together, we will restore soils, grow markets, and leave a legacy of sustainable prosperity for Angola and beyond.