Community Development

I AM A FARMER: Thembeni of Althea Plots is driving food security & job creation

agroecology, Community Gardening, Community Market Gardens, , Food Gardening, Food Security, Latest Projects, News, Permaculture, ,

1 week ago

Food & Trees for Africa (FTA) supports food gardens to increase food security and create jobs in diverse communities across South Africa. In some cases, this means helping flourishing projects…

Combating Climate Change with Sustainable Tree Planting and Reforestation

Carbon, Community Tree Planting, Latest Projects, Thought Leadership

1 week ago

Without protection, today’s planted trees may be tomorrow’s deadwood Sustainable tree planting and reforestation are essential for combating climate change and restoring biodiversity. In this article, we explore the vital…

Donald MacKay Park Revitalisation: A Community Transformation

Community Gardening, Community Tree Planting, , Food Gardening, In the Media, Trees in Shared Spaces

1 month ago

One of the city’s oldest and most iconic parks, Donald MacKay Park, has undergone a remarkable transformation, breathing new life into the Berea community. Established in 1896, the park was…

Ackermans FTFA Partnership Plants 1000 Trees for Schools & Sustainability

Community Tree Planting, In the Media, School Gardening Category,

2 months ago

Ackermans, South Africa’s leading value retailer collaborated with Food & Trees for Africa (FTA), in an effort to empower South Africans from every generation. With 1000 indigenous and fruit trees…

Climate Change Education Gauteng: Empowering Schools for a Sustainable Future

Environmental, Food Gardening, In the Media, Latest Projects, School Gardening Category

2 months ago

Food & Trees for Africa (FTA), in partnership with the Gauteng Department of Environment (GDEnv), has successfully implemented the 2024 GDEnv Climate Change School Awareness Programme, aimed at educating and…

Large-scale Greening Initiative Kicks off: Scaling Urban Nature-Based Solutions for Climate Adaptation in Johannesburg

Carbon, Environmental, In the Media, Latest Projects, , , Trees in Homes, Trees in Shared Spaces

2 months ago

Food & Trees for Africa (FTA), a leading South African social enterprise spearheading environmental sustainability and food security, is proud to announce its partnership with the Johannesburg Inner City Partnership…

EduPlant Programme Grows School Success with Cross-Curricular Impact

EduPlant Programme, Food Security, In the Media, News, Permaculture, School Gardening Category

4 months ago

The EduPlant Programme, South Africa’s longest-running school greening and food security initiative, continues to transform learning environments across the nation. The 2024/25 cycle of this flagship programme, delivered by Food…

Bridgestone South Africa Green Initiatives for Sustainable Communities

In the Media

5 months ago

Bridgestone South Africa’s green initiatives for sustainable communities are making a tangible impact, partnering with Food & Trees for Africa (FTFA) to address food insecurity and environmental degradation across the country.…

Southgate Mall and Value Market create food security hub with Food & Trees for Africa

In the Media

5 months ago

South Africa, October 2024 – A passionate group of individuals has come together to form the Boiphihlelo Food and Security Primary Cooperative, located at the heart of Southgate Mall, Gauteng.…

Community Development

Combating Climate Change with Sustainable Tree Planting and Reforestation

Climate Change Education Gauteng: Empowering Schools for a Sustainable Future

EduPlant Programme Grows School Success with Cross-Curricular Impact

Bridgestone South Africa Green Initiatives for Sustainable Communities

Southgate Mall and Value Market create food security hub with Food & Trees for Africa

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