How A Small Village Garden Grew Into A Self-Sustaining Business
In a small village in Limpopo, a quiet revolution is taking place. Led by Emely, a community elder with a vision, and seven dedicated neighbours, what began as a 5,000m²…
community access to food
Garden in a Bucket (GinB) initiative contributes to societal stability
Food & Trees for Africa (FTFA) is cultivating food security, one home at a time with the Garden in a Bucket (GinB) initiative. The vision Food security — particularly in…
Indigenous Knowledge Systems: Returning to South Africa’s Roots
South Africa has a rich history of indigenous knowledge systems (IKS) grounded in a strong oral tradition. Agricultural indigenous knowledge is one of the foundations for rural livelihoods, preserving biodiversity…
Agri-preneur Nonkululeko Britton’s food sovereignty pilgrimage
In Tsonga, the word “Kula” means “to grow”; in Swahili it means “to eat” and it is also a Sanskrit word for “community”. The word reflects Nonkululeko Britton’s core values…
Local Food Production Key to the Fight Against Hunger
On 16 October, we celebrate World Food Day. Meanwhile, the COVID-19 pandemic has exposed the fragility of our global food system. Food & Trees for Africa (FTFA) is committed to…