Education, training and learning cannot be limited to the confines of classrooms. Majority of the young population in Africa live, learn and work in informality. These young people are predominantly excluded from the formal learning, education and training systems. However, there is a strong need and desire for young people to access learning, education and […]
Training in Commercial earthen pond fish farming in Western Uganda.
Group of community members trained in adding value to fish by making: Fish sausages, Fish Burgers, Fish Balls, Fish Fingers, Smoked Fish.
At the heart of Makerere University’s College of Veterinary Medicine lies a transformative initiative: […]
The Environmental Education Association of Southern Africa (EEASA) 2024 Conference brought together a vibrant mix of experts, educators, and practitioners, united by a common goal: to push forward the region’s sustainable development agenda. This year’s theme centers around Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) as a vital component of the circular economy, focusing on how we […]
Written by Bakhusele Mathupha
It all began on a warm November day in 2021 when my partner and I decided to venture beyond conventional farming practices. We started by cultivating the traditional African trio: Mealies, Beans, and Pumpkin, a harmonious combination known as the “3 sisters”. This method, with beans providing nitrogen, maize offering a trellis, […]
At present, the world is facing an increasing need to teach about climate change due to many factors such as power generation, goods manufacturing, water wastage, deforestation and overconsumption, to mention but a few. For the following weeks, I will strictly deal with ways and methods I currently employ to save […]
One of our learning network members, Bakhusele Mathupha has a registered NPC in Willowvale, Busila Administration. Phawu AgriPak is a local non –Governmental organization established to champion community […]
The 40th Conference for the Environmental Education Association of Southern Africa (EEASA), held at the University of Namibia from 23rd to 25th August 2022 was definitely the event of the year for everyone involved in Environmental Education. Some of the Amanzi for Food Learning Network Team members also attended the conference. Ms […]
Dr Wilma van Staden and Prof Rob O’Donoghue presented a Heritage Food Gardening Workshop at LEAP 4 in Diepsloot and LEAP 3 in Alexandra, Gauteng, on 21 and 22 July. Twenty-eight teachers, garden technicians and education coordinators participated in the workshop. The main topics include utilising heritage gardening as a curriculum activation tool. Each school […]
