Peter’s Gardening Projects planting the way for youth in agriculture
Peter’s Gardening Projects is the inspirational tale of a young man who recognised a need within his community in Limpopo Province and did not rest until he was able to…
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Building capacity among Educators: FTFA hosts Permaculture Design Course
30 January 2024 – An 11-day Permaculture Design Course (PDC) conducted by Food & Trees for Africa (FTFA) commenced on December 5, 2023, at Khula Dharma, Eastern Cape. The course…
Food & Trees for Africa and Tiger Brands Unveil Winners of EduPlant Finals Competition
31 October 2023 – This World Food Month, Food & Trees for Africa (FTFA), in partnership with Tiger Brands, proudly announced the champions of the EduPlant Finals Competition. The occasion…
Sifundzekhaya: an EduPlant School Gardening Programme champion
The EduPlant school food gardening programme run by Food & Trees for Africa (FTFA) is one of Southern Africa’s oldest, largest, and most impactful food security programmes. The programme encourages…
Adcock Ingram and Food & Trees for Africa Join Forces to Launch “Greening the Path” Initiative in the Eastern Cape
14 September 2023 – Greening the Path: The Eastern Cape, renowned for its rich biodiversity and natural beauty, has long been home to hundreds of bird and tree species. However,…
Spotlighting women in agriculture: A short story of uMa’am weGarden
Teacher Farmer in High Heels, Miss Boniswa (uMa’am weGarden), as she likes to be called, is an educator at Boitumelong School in Tembisa. This month we spoke to her about her…
Africa can rise to the climate challenge
Every year, Africa Day gives us the chance to celebrate the diversity and success of our continent and highlight its cultural and economic potential. The theme for Africa Day 2023…
Rehabilitating an indigenous riverine forest with Respect the River
As the river flows out of the Outeniqua mountains and meets human settlements, its ecology changes. This pristine indigenous forest becomes an exotic ecosystem plagued by invasive plants and pollution,…
Tree planting creates a lasting legacy at Nomini Primary
Food and Trees for Africa (FTFA) has a rich history of creating and fostering relationships with communities. Tree planting projects create a lasting legacy – tangible proof of the benefits…