Make Africa Green is a consultancy regarding the greening of the environment and permaculture. For more info visit our website www.makeafricagreen.co.za
Make Africa Green is a consulting company involved in environmental greening, food security, skills development & Training, mine and wetlands rehabilitations.
Magana Flowers has been an early adopter of innovations in floriculture. They organize annual exchange visits for employees to learn about new developments. This helps improve productivity. They also support the community through initiatives like providing clean water, donations to homes, and tree planting. Magana Flowers provides training opportunities for employees in computers, driving, hair/beauty, and management skills. They also support education through building classrooms and donating supplies. The company was established in 1967 on land purchased from British-South Africans and converted to flower farming in 1994, starting with roses under greenhouse conditions.
Fertile Ground is a Canadian organization working to promote organic farming practices in Assam, India. Through a growing network of farmers, tea growers, NGO's and families, we're also helping to restore confidence in India's traditional farming practices, including Vrikshayurveda. For more information, visit www.fertile-ground.org
Green Africa Foundation newsletter November 2015Joe Matimba
Green Africa Foundation is a South African non-profit organization (NPO) established for the purpose and objective of providing agricultural skills development & training and nurturing communities mostly women, youth and children across South Africa in the field of permaculture (sustainable organic farming), environmental greening and food security projects by means of community development. The organization is registered as a social enterprise, PBO and Nonprofit making organization.
Our strength is to deliver solutions in sustainable agricultural skills development, enterprise development, greening the environment and sustainable agriculture projects. These initiatives area backed by many years of experience vested in Green Africa Foundation field officers and staff. Please check our recent Newsletter-Green the Planet.
Cairn India is committed to conducting its operations in a socially and environmentally responsible manner. This commitment is fundamental to the long term success and focus on creating value and making a difference where Cairn India operates through various community development initiative in Rajasthan, Gujarat, Andhra Pradesh and Sri Lanka. Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) is therefore an integral part of Cairn India’s business strategy. Cairn India’s success is guided by the CSR vision, which is encapsulated in the 3 Rs – Respect, Relationships and Responsibility.
Corporate social responsibility is a core value of Petron Corporation, the largest oil refining and marketing company in the Philippines. Through its Petron Foundation, Petron implements social programs focused on education, the environment, health, and community support. Petron's largest social investment is its Tulong Aral scholarship program that provides education to less privileged children. Petron also engages in environmental protection initiatives and provides disaster relief assistance. The company believes corporate citizenship should be integrated into business operations and actively involves employees in social responsibility efforts.
Udyama is a non-profit organization founded in 1997 in Odisha, India that aims to strengthen local communities and build their capacities. It works to improve ecological, economic, and human capital through sustainable use of local resources. Key approaches involve building community resilience, enhancing adaptation, promoting self-reliance, and strengthening communities through development programs. Udyama has undertaken various projects related to livelihoods, agriculture, water management, and disaster risk reduction, working with state and national government agencies as well as other partners and donors. It has received several awards for its community development work.
The document provides information about the Gandhi Manav Kalyan Society (GMKS), a non-profit organization working to improve the lives of tribal communities in Rajasthan, India. GMKS operates in over 200 villages, focusing on activities related to education, health, livelihoods, and overall development. Its vision is to alleviate poverty among tribes by enhancing their skills and resources for sustainable livelihoods. GMKS works as a catalyst to empower tribes to independently manage their own development and environment. Key programs include soil/water conservation, child development, sustainable agriculture, women's empowerment, and human resource development.
Make Africa Green is a consulting company involved in environmental greening, food security, skills development & Training, mine and wetlands rehabilitations.
Magana Flowers has been an early adopter of innovations in floriculture. They organize annual exchange visits for employees to learn about new developments. This helps improve productivity. They also support the community through initiatives like providing clean water, donations to homes, and tree planting. Magana Flowers provides training opportunities for employees in computers, driving, hair/beauty, and management skills. They also support education through building classrooms and donating supplies. The company was established in 1967 on land purchased from British-South Africans and converted to flower farming in 1994, starting with roses under greenhouse conditions.
Fertile Ground is a Canadian organization working to promote organic farming practices in Assam, India. Through a growing network of farmers, tea growers, NGO's and families, we're also helping to restore confidence in India's traditional farming practices, including Vrikshayurveda. For more information, visit www.fertile-ground.org
Green Africa Foundation newsletter November 2015Joe Matimba
Green Africa Foundation is a South African non-profit organization (NPO) established for the purpose and objective of providing agricultural skills development & training and nurturing communities mostly women, youth and children across South Africa in the field of permaculture (sustainable organic farming), environmental greening and food security projects by means of community development. The organization is registered as a social enterprise, PBO and Nonprofit making organization.
Our strength is to deliver solutions in sustainable agricultural skills development, enterprise development, greening the environment and sustainable agriculture projects. These initiatives area backed by many years of experience vested in Green Africa Foundation field officers and staff. Please check our recent Newsletter-Green the Planet.
Cairn India is committed to conducting its operations in a socially and environmentally responsible manner. This commitment is fundamental to the long term success and focus on creating value and making a difference where Cairn India operates through various community development initiative in Rajasthan, Gujarat, Andhra Pradesh and Sri Lanka. Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) is therefore an integral part of Cairn India’s business strategy. Cairn India’s success is guided by the CSR vision, which is encapsulated in the 3 Rs – Respect, Relationships and Responsibility.
Corporate social responsibility is a core value of Petron Corporation, the largest oil refining and marketing company in the Philippines. Through its Petron Foundation, Petron implements social programs focused on education, the environment, health, and community support. Petron's largest social investment is its Tulong Aral scholarship program that provides education to less privileged children. Petron also engages in environmental protection initiatives and provides disaster relief assistance. The company believes corporate citizenship should be integrated into business operations and actively involves employees in social responsibility efforts.
Udyama is a non-profit organization founded in 1997 in Odisha, India that aims to strengthen local communities and build their capacities. It works to improve ecological, economic, and human capital through sustainable use of local resources. Key approaches involve building community resilience, enhancing adaptation, promoting self-reliance, and strengthening communities through development programs. Udyama has undertaken various projects related to livelihoods, agriculture, water management, and disaster risk reduction, working with state and national government agencies as well as other partners and donors. It has received several awards for its community development work.
The document provides information about the Gandhi Manav Kalyan Society (GMKS), a non-profit organization working to improve the lives of tribal communities in Rajasthan, India. GMKS operates in over 200 villages, focusing on activities related to education, health, livelihoods, and overall development. Its vision is to alleviate poverty among tribes by enhancing their skills and resources for sustainable livelihoods. GMKS works as a catalyst to empower tribes to independently manage their own development and environment. Key programs include soil/water conservation, child development, sustainable agriculture, women's empowerment, and human resource development.
Green Africa Foundation Newsletter 2016Joe Matimba
Green Africa Foundation is all about empowering and developing women as women are the pillars of society. Empower women, you empower the nation. Join us, what are you waiting for?
Green Africa Foundation Newsletter. Our activities are based on community and environmental development. Please join the journey in order to improve our people and their environment.
How can we use this year of tree planting to further sustainable environmental projects within Rotary? We'll explore highlights from tree-planting projects around the world and learn from unique partnerships in the six areas of focus. Discover how you can connect tree planting with human peace and well-being.
Environmental control organization ( presentation )mohamed abdi
The document summarizes the establishment and activities of the Eco-Club at Gollis University in Somaliland. The Eco-Club was established in 2015 to promote environmental awareness and protection amid degradation of the local environment. It collaborates with government and non-profit partners on conservation initiatives. The Eco-Club's vision is to be an excellence center for research and training local communities on natural resource management and adaptation to climate change. It aims to empower students, create jobs, and conducts seminars, tree planting campaigns, and a hydroponic fodder production project to address local environmental challenges.
Greeners Foundation, Ghana is a non-profit organization established in 2014 to provide agriculture education, leadership training, and skills development to empower youth and women in rural Ghana. The foundation aims to harness students' potential in agriculture and related businesses to pursue careers that can improve productivity and create jobs. Greeners Foundation offers services like farm business development, agribusiness training, and on-campus agriculture programs for basic through tertiary students. It also provides rural community services, technical assistance, and proposed training practices in areas such as organic farming, animal production, and ICT. The foundation seeks investment opportunities in food crops, livestock, plantations, and agro-inputs to undertake these programs and services.
Agrotunnel International provides greenhouse farming solutions and agricultural services across Africa. It offers a range of greenhouses, irrigation systems, and advisory services to support efficient food production. The company aims to transform rain-fed agriculture through innovative climate-smart technologies. It is led by CEO Oliver Ndegwa and Director Fridah Marete, who have over 10 years of experience in agribusiness. Agrotunnel International works with universities, NGOs, and governments to promote adoption of urban agriculture and renewable energy technologies.
Landcare: a model for promoting sustainable agriculture around the world. Rob...Joanna Hicks
The document discusses Landcare, a community-based model for promoting sustainable agriculture. It features contributions from individuals working in Landcare in various countries around the world. They discuss Landcare projects focusing on topics like community environmental projects, corporate involvement, the African Landcare Network, conservation agriculture, Landcare impacts in different countries, and more. The document serves to share knowledge and experiences around the Landcare approach globally.
This document summarizes a presentation about mobilizing Juncao technology to improve livestock production in Nigeria. Juncao technology involves growing a type of grass called Juncao that can be used as livestock feed. The presentation discusses Nigeria's agricultural challenges including lack of feed, desertification, and climate change. It then outlines strategies used to promote Juncao technology, including individual farmer training, group meetings, school curriculum, and mass media. Early adoption efforts in several states are mentioned. Further research opportunities are proposed to breed new grass hybrids adapted to Nigeria's climate. The presentation concludes by thanking partners for supporting the introduction of Juncao technology in Nigeria.
FAS' Conservation and Sustainability Center - Presentationfasamazonas
This presentation tells a little about the Amazonas Sustainable Foundation's Conservation and Sustainability Centers, which are education projects adapted to the local reality of the traditional people in the deep Amazon.
The Climate Smart Agriculture Youth Network (CSAYN) consists of volunteers from 19 countries in Sub-Saharan Africa, North America, South Asia, and Southeast Asia. CSAYN's mission is to empower youth with knowledge of climate-smart agriculture practices in order to promote more sustainable and productive farming. The organization raises awareness of climate change threats and opportunities through national forums, conferences, social media, and demonstrations at schools and with local farmers. CSAYN members in over a dozen countries report on activities training hundreds of youth on climate-smart agriculture and environmental protection.
1) Manarcadu Social Service Society proposes establishing an International Sustainable Academy for Fair Trade and Organic Farming in Idukki District, Kerala, India to offer training and education programs related to sustainable agriculture.
2) The Academy would offer certificate courses, workshops, internships and conduct research to promote organic and fair trade practices among small farmers and workers.
3) An initial budget of $2 million USD is estimated to cover infrastructure like buildings, farms, equipment, IT and transportation over the first phase of development. Funding would come from loans, investments and grants from partner organizations.
The Giraffe Centre holds an annual national environmental competition for students from January to March. This year over 4,500 entries were submitted. Winners are taken on a week-long safari across Kenya, visiting places like Ol Pejeta and Lake Nakuru National Park. The Centre also trains teachers on funding projects that promote sustainable development and environmental conservation. In collaboration with NIC Bank, over 5,000 tree seedlings were planted and will be donated to a school to encourage forest restoration.
Advanta Seeds released a progress report on their sustainable actions initiative. The report outlined their commitment to sustainability and contributing to UN Sustainable Development Goals. It discussed engaging employees and communities in sustainability awareness campaigns. It also described efforts to embed sustainability into company operations by hosting town halls to communicate their new sustainability focus. The report provided examples of initiatives including empowering smallholder farmers, using technology to address climate change impacts, enhancing crop nutrition, and adding value to farmers through partnerships along the agricultural supply chain.
Advanta Seeds, part of UPL Group, is committed to sustainability and contributing to UN Sustainable Development Goals.
The focus of Advanta Seeds is smallholder farmers who grow 80% of food for communities in Africa, Asia, and South America, and most often suffer from hunger and poverty.
Nestle Philippines Incorporated is a large food manufacturing corporation established in 1983 that manufactures instant coffee, milk, and noodles. It has 497 employees and is committed to helping communities through various social programs, including agronomy assistance for coffee farmers since the 1960s, health and nutrition programs, education initiatives, and environmental protection projects. Nestle also supports corporate social responsibility programs related to agriculture, education, community development, and environmental preservation.
The Eco-club at Gollis University was established in 2015 to address high rates of environmental degradation in Somaliland over the previous two decades. The club works with various government and non-government partners on environmental awareness and protection initiatives. Its vision is to be an excellence center for environmental research and training local communities on natural resource conservation and climate change adaptation. The club's goals include empowering students with agricultural and environmental knowledge, providing skills training and seminars for youth, and networking to improve communication skills. The club has participated in celebrations like World Environment Day and conducted seminars on topics such as land use and forestry projects. It has also pioneered a hydroponic fodder production project.
Leading restoration and climate resilience experts share how entrepreneurs in Africa are leading the restoration movement, creating jobs, and making their communities more resilient to climate change.
James Litsinger has over 40 years of experience working in international agricultural development. He has lived and worked in over 30 countries in Africa, Asia, Latin America, and the Pacific. His areas of expertise include integrated pest management, pesticide management, farming systems development, natural resource management, agribusiness development, environmental impact assessment, and training/extension. He has a PhD in Agricultural Entomology and has held research positions with organizations like IRRI and worked on projects funded by USAID, the World Bank, and other international organizations.
Green Africa Foundation Newsletter 2016Joe Matimba
Green Africa Foundation is all about empowering and developing women as women are the pillars of society. Empower women, you empower the nation. Join us, what are you waiting for?
Green Africa Foundation Newsletter. Our activities are based on community and environmental development. Please join the journey in order to improve our people and their environment.
How can we use this year of tree planting to further sustainable environmental projects within Rotary? We'll explore highlights from tree-planting projects around the world and learn from unique partnerships in the six areas of focus. Discover how you can connect tree planting with human peace and well-being.
Environmental control organization ( presentation )mohamed abdi
The document summarizes the establishment and activities of the Eco-Club at Gollis University in Somaliland. The Eco-Club was established in 2015 to promote environmental awareness and protection amid degradation of the local environment. It collaborates with government and non-profit partners on conservation initiatives. The Eco-Club's vision is to be an excellence center for research and training local communities on natural resource management and adaptation to climate change. It aims to empower students, create jobs, and conducts seminars, tree planting campaigns, and a hydroponic fodder production project to address local environmental challenges.
Greeners Foundation, Ghana is a non-profit organization established in 2014 to provide agriculture education, leadership training, and skills development to empower youth and women in rural Ghana. The foundation aims to harness students' potential in agriculture and related businesses to pursue careers that can improve productivity and create jobs. Greeners Foundation offers services like farm business development, agribusiness training, and on-campus agriculture programs for basic through tertiary students. It also provides rural community services, technical assistance, and proposed training practices in areas such as organic farming, animal production, and ICT. The foundation seeks investment opportunities in food crops, livestock, plantations, and agro-inputs to undertake these programs and services.
Agrotunnel International provides greenhouse farming solutions and agricultural services across Africa. It offers a range of greenhouses, irrigation systems, and advisory services to support efficient food production. The company aims to transform rain-fed agriculture through innovative climate-smart technologies. It is led by CEO Oliver Ndegwa and Director Fridah Marete, who have over 10 years of experience in agribusiness. Agrotunnel International works with universities, NGOs, and governments to promote adoption of urban agriculture and renewable energy technologies.
Landcare: a model for promoting sustainable agriculture around the world. Rob...Joanna Hicks
The document discusses Landcare, a community-based model for promoting sustainable agriculture. It features contributions from individuals working in Landcare in various countries around the world. They discuss Landcare projects focusing on topics like community environmental projects, corporate involvement, the African Landcare Network, conservation agriculture, Landcare impacts in different countries, and more. The document serves to share knowledge and experiences around the Landcare approach globally.
This document summarizes a presentation about mobilizing Juncao technology to improve livestock production in Nigeria. Juncao technology involves growing a type of grass called Juncao that can be used as livestock feed. The presentation discusses Nigeria's agricultural challenges including lack of feed, desertification, and climate change. It then outlines strategies used to promote Juncao technology, including individual farmer training, group meetings, school curriculum, and mass media. Early adoption efforts in several states are mentioned. Further research opportunities are proposed to breed new grass hybrids adapted to Nigeria's climate. The presentation concludes by thanking partners for supporting the introduction of Juncao technology in Nigeria.
FAS' Conservation and Sustainability Center - Presentationfasamazonas
This presentation tells a little about the Amazonas Sustainable Foundation's Conservation and Sustainability Centers, which are education projects adapted to the local reality of the traditional people in the deep Amazon.
The Climate Smart Agriculture Youth Network (CSAYN) consists of volunteers from 19 countries in Sub-Saharan Africa, North America, South Asia, and Southeast Asia. CSAYN's mission is to empower youth with knowledge of climate-smart agriculture practices in order to promote more sustainable and productive farming. The organization raises awareness of climate change threats and opportunities through national forums, conferences, social media, and demonstrations at schools and with local farmers. CSAYN members in over a dozen countries report on activities training hundreds of youth on climate-smart agriculture and environmental protection.
1) Manarcadu Social Service Society proposes establishing an International Sustainable Academy for Fair Trade and Organic Farming in Idukki District, Kerala, India to offer training and education programs related to sustainable agriculture.
2) The Academy would offer certificate courses, workshops, internships and conduct research to promote organic and fair trade practices among small farmers and workers.
3) An initial budget of $2 million USD is estimated to cover infrastructure like buildings, farms, equipment, IT and transportation over the first phase of development. Funding would come from loans, investments and grants from partner organizations.
The Giraffe Centre holds an annual national environmental competition for students from January to March. This year over 4,500 entries were submitted. Winners are taken on a week-long safari across Kenya, visiting places like Ol Pejeta and Lake Nakuru National Park. The Centre also trains teachers on funding projects that promote sustainable development and environmental conservation. In collaboration with NIC Bank, over 5,000 tree seedlings were planted and will be donated to a school to encourage forest restoration.
Advanta Seeds released a progress report on their sustainable actions initiative. The report outlined their commitment to sustainability and contributing to UN Sustainable Development Goals. It discussed engaging employees and communities in sustainability awareness campaigns. It also described efforts to embed sustainability into company operations by hosting town halls to communicate their new sustainability focus. The report provided examples of initiatives including empowering smallholder farmers, using technology to address climate change impacts, enhancing crop nutrition, and adding value to farmers through partnerships along the agricultural supply chain.
Advanta Seeds, part of UPL Group, is committed to sustainability and contributing to UN Sustainable Development Goals.
The focus of Advanta Seeds is smallholder farmers who grow 80% of food for communities in Africa, Asia, and South America, and most often suffer from hunger and poverty.
Nestle Philippines Incorporated is a large food manufacturing corporation established in 1983 that manufactures instant coffee, milk, and noodles. It has 497 employees and is committed to helping communities through various social programs, including agronomy assistance for coffee farmers since the 1960s, health and nutrition programs, education initiatives, and environmental protection projects. Nestle also supports corporate social responsibility programs related to agriculture, education, community development, and environmental preservation.
The Eco-club at Gollis University was established in 2015 to address high rates of environmental degradation in Somaliland over the previous two decades. The club works with various government and non-government partners on environmental awareness and protection initiatives. Its vision is to be an excellence center for environmental research and training local communities on natural resource conservation and climate change adaptation. The club's goals include empowering students with agricultural and environmental knowledge, providing skills training and seminars for youth, and networking to improve communication skills. The club has participated in celebrations like World Environment Day and conducted seminars on topics such as land use and forestry projects. It has also pioneered a hydroponic fodder production project.
Leading restoration and climate resilience experts share how entrepreneurs in Africa are leading the restoration movement, creating jobs, and making their communities more resilient to climate change.
James Litsinger has over 40 years of experience working in international agricultural development. He has lived and worked in over 30 countries in Africa, Asia, Latin America, and the Pacific. His areas of expertise include integrated pest management, pesticide management, farming systems development, natural resource management, agribusiness development, environmental impact assessment, and training/extension. He has a PhD in Agricultural Entomology and has held research positions with organizations like IRRI and worked on projects funded by USAID, the World Bank, and other international organizations.
2. Make Africa Green is consultancy company established by Joseph
Matimba.
Our strength to deliver solutions in greening and permaculture projects
and initiatives is backed by years of experience.
Joe has been involved in numerous greening initiatives, food security,
community development and training across South Africa and SADC
region.
He is one of the most experienced permaculture specialists and
community developer in the country.
The company has been providing skills development training and
capacity building on food security to subsistence farmers, community
developers, school learners, educators and historically disadvantaged
communities.
Make Africa Green understands the delicacy balance of human
sustenance and nature’s ecological demands. That is why through
permaculture we can assist beneficiaries to make better use of their
environment.
Make Africa Green is a company based in Johannesburg
Spindle communications
3. Our mission is to restore the environment
and replenish community health, dignity and
pride through food security, rehabilitation of
the environment and empowering historically
disadvantaged communities, particularly
women, children and the youth.
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4. Skills development
◦ Make Africa Green facilitates skills development and
knowledge transfer by providing food security and
permaculture training programmes to beneficiaries
mainly being, learners, youth and women in
communities.
◦ The training programmes covers:
Environmental management education and awareness
Waste management and provision of appropriate
technologies
Sustainable food production methods
Basic food security and gardens business management
skills
Container and rooftop gardening
5. Facilitate orchards development
◦ Make Africa Green assists start-ups co-operatives in semi-urban and
rural settlements especially in schools and communities develop
orchards. This service focuses primarily on the development of fruit
trees both exotic and indigenous.
◦ While food security remains the pivot of service, it also attempts to get
communities into creating their own employment rather than waiting on
Government for hand-outs. It is particularly useful for land claimants
as it prepares them to have skills of managing their own land and being
productive on the land they would have claimed. The service covers
practical training in the knowledge of indigenous and exotic fruit and
non-exotic fruit trees.
◦ We also cover the following subject matters in the facilitation of this
service;
Site identification and analysis
Fruit-tree cultivar and characteristics
Water harvesting, conservation and management
Tree planting and maintenance
Plant care and management
6. Re-forestation
Make Africa Green’s focus on this service is exactly
that, re-forest areas that are most de-forested.
This service a programme called South African Re-
forestation Programme (SARP).
The SARP programme is designed for urban and
rural greening activities such as greening schools,
communities, churches and corporate parks.
This includes restoration, rehabilitation and or
reclamation of old mines, landscape design and
recreational parks.
7. Courses and Training programmes
◦ Make Africa Green offers the following courses that
can be facilitated as a class or workshop
programme;
◦ Permaculture Design Course (PDC)
◦ Environmental education and management
◦ Business plan and constitution development
◦ Nursery management skills workshop
◦ Plant and seed propagation techniques
◦ Sustainable natural food gardening
◦ Urban and rural land care for school children
◦ Career guidance workshops for schools
8. LEARNERSHIP
◦ Make Africa Green delivers a comprehensive learner-ship programme in permaculture land
design, environmental greening and food security programmes for youth and women. This
provides the much needed development for entrepreneurship and job creation in the
country. After completion of the programme learners can start their own businesses such
as food gardens cooperatives, garden services or could be employed in landscaping and
environmental consulting firms.
Other services
Provision of all garden tools and equipment
Installation of water infrastructures include:
◦ Irrigation systems, water tanks, connection and stands
◦ Supply of worm farm equipment/containers
Plant materials
◦ Supply indigenous trees, fruit-trees, shrubs, vegetable seeds, seedlings, herbs, compost
and mulch (big or standard bales)
◦ We also supply garden tools and equipment. This includes installation of water tanks,
irrigation and gutters to harvest water runoff, conservation & management.