Zimbabwe produced 11.5 thousand tonnes of Sesame in 2024, a 130.0% change from 2020. Yield in 2024 was 4,707 hg/ha, 37% below the Africa average of 7,424 hg/ha.
| Year | Production (K tonnes) | Yield (hg/ha) | Area (K ha) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 5 | 2,820 | 17.9 |
| 2021 | 11.8 | 5,137 | 23 |
| 2022 | 8 | 4,584 | 17.5 |
| 2023 | 12 | 4,358 | 27.5 |
| 2024 | 11.5 | 4,707 | 24.4 |
Source: FAOSTAT and World Bank, via Afrixplorer. Last updated 2026-09-15.