This non-fiction book examines the impact of the Mushandike irrigation system on poverty reduction. The author, Mavis Thokozile Macheka, analyzes the extent to which the introduction of this irrigation system has contributed to improving food security and thus reducing poverty in the region. The research focuses on the social and economic aspects of the lives of people living near the irrigation system. Through the use of questionnaires and interviews, the author has collected comprehensive data to demonstrate the positive effects of irrigation on the quality of life of the affected communities. This book offers valuable insights into the role of irrigation systems as a tool for combating poverty and promoting sustainable development.