Welcome to BushTrade
Your guide to getting started with Zimbabwe's agricultural equipment and land rental platform. Built on Ubuntu principles - "Ndiri nekuti tiri" (I am because we are).
Quick Start Guide
Create Your Account
Sign up with your email or organization credentials
- Visit the signup page and enter your details
- Verify your email address
- Complete your profile with your location and preferences
- Accept the terms of service
Complete Your Profile
Add information to help others trust you
- Add your full name and profile photo
- Specify your location and province
- List your farming interests and preferred equipment categories
- Consider upgrading to a Renter account to list equipment
Browse Listings
Find equipment and land in your area
- Use the search bar to find specific equipment
- Filter by category, province, and price range
- View detailed photos and specifications
- Check the rental rates and availability
Make Inquiries
Contact owners about equipment you need
- Click "Contact Owner" on any listing
- Write a clear message about your rental needs
- Include dates and intended use
- Wait for the owner to respond
Join a Circle
Connect with local farming cooperatives
- Browse circles in your province
- Join public circles instantly
- Request access to private circles
- Share and access equipment within your circle
Platform Features
Equipment Rentals
Find tractors, harvesters, plows, irrigation systems, and more. Filter by type, brand, and daily rate.
Land Leasing
Discover arable land available for rent. Filter by size, soil type, water access, and suitable crops.
Community Circles
Join equipment-sharing cooperatives. Pool resources with other farmers in your area.
Smart Search
Our AI-powered search understands what you need, even if you describe it in your own words.
Account Types
Customer
Browse listings, make inquiries, join circles, and rent equipment. This is the default account type for new users.
Renter
All customer features plus the ability to list your own equipment and land for rent, and create community circles.
Moderator
Review and moderate listings, handle reports, and help maintain platform quality.
Admin
Full platform access including user management, analytics, and system configuration.
Tips for Success
Complete your profile - Profiles with photos and details get more responses.
Be specific in inquiries - Include dates, intended use, and any questions about the equipment.
Join local circles - Circles give you access to equipment and build trust in your community.
Check for verification badges - Verified listings and profiles are more trustworthy.
Report suspicious activity - Help keep the platform safe by reporting scams.