Questions
Questions owners ask before they start.
Short answers on cost, land, the course, certification and the five markets.
Frequently asked
Is RIMAI really free?
Yes. Every lesson, Dictionary entry, Library source and the Toolkit are free. You pay only for certification, at US$18 a code.
How long does the course take?
14 days.
How is the course structured?
RIMAI is a 14-day course of 12 modules: 11 Core Course modules, then module 12, where you choose your Major and complete your Capstone on it.
Do I need to own land?
You need land you hold or can use, because the Capstone plan is for real land. Leased, allocated and family land all count; the plan states what your land right proves.
Do I need to know agronomy?
No. RIMAI teaches the business: costs, buyers, finance, logistics, standards, people and risk. Agronomy appears only where it changes the numbers.
Does it teach me to manage people and work with the community?
Yes. Module 11, People, Community and Labour, covers recruiting, contracts and pay, labour relations, training the community, inclusion, and how the community benefits from the venture.
Which countries does it cover?
South Africa as the benchmark, and Zimbabwe, Zambia, Botswana and Namibia as the local markets.
How many Majors can I take?
You choose one Major for your certification. You can read every Major for free.
What software do I need for the Toolkit?
Excel, Google Sheets or LibreOffice. On a phone, the free Excel or Google Sheets app opens it.
How old are the figures?
Every figure in the data layer carries its data year and source. Most are 2024 to 2026. A figure not yet published is marked TBA.
How do I get a certification code?
From a RIMAI sales agent, or by request on WhatsApp.
What happens if my plan does not pass?
You receive written feedback against each criterion and can resubmit once on the same code.
How long is the certificate valid?
Two years, because the numbers it rests on change each season. Resubmit on current data to renew.
How can a bank check my certificate?
On the verification page, by reference code or holder name.
If I leave a lesson, do I lose my place?
No. The school remembers the lesson and paragraph you were reading, and a Resume button takes you straight back.
What does my certificate number unlock?
Your certificate number is recognised on Musika, Mashofe.com, Moeletsi Africa and Chinyama.com. Musika fast-tracks graduates as verified produce suppliers, Mashofe.com flags their loads as coming from a trained operator, Moeletsi Africa gives priority onboarding and Chinyama.com marks them as verified sellers.
Why does the school warn me before a link leaves the course?
So you do not lose your place. The warning shows where you stopped, the outside site opens in a new tab, and Resume brings you back to the same paragraph.
Can I install RIMAI on my phone?
Yes. Use the Install the app button at the top of any page.