On 17 September 2025, Emseni Farming, in partnership with the MNFoundation, visited several schools under the Mpofana Municipality (Umzimkhulu) as part of a long-term school-based planting initiative. At the Vulekani Special School, our visit was attended by representatives from the Department of Education (CMC), including Chief Inspector Miss Ndlovu. Miss Ndlovu commended the initiative, emphasizing…
On 3 November 2025, Emseni Farming visited St Philomena’s Catholic Mission Church, donating a variety of vegetable seedlings and seeds to the brothers of the church. The pastor and the brothers of the Roman Catholic church warmly welcomed the donation and expressed heartfelt gratitude for the support. They committed to nurturing the seedlings with care…
Feedback from Zama Masondo, a Unisa student and aspiring gardener: “My name is Zama Masondo. I am 28 years old and I live in KwaMaphumulo, KwaMaqumbi. I am a student at UNISA, studying for a Bachelor of Arts in African Languages and Information Science, and I am in my second year. Farming or gardening helps…
On October 22, 2025, a wave of joy swept through Tshutshutshu High School and Khomba Primary School as both schools received long-awaited school billboards proudly displaying their names. After years without proper signage, students, teachers, and principals celebrated this milestone, which marks a significant step forward in visibility and accessibility for the schools. School billboards…
On 4 July 2025, a vibrant vegetable garden has been established at the Salvation Army Church, thanks to the generous donation of cabbage and beetroot seedlings from Emseni Farming. Under the expert guidance of Mr. Mzi Ndlovu, community members learned how to properly prepare the soil and plant the seedlings. To protect the young plants…
Today, on 14 October 2025, Hermannsburg School made history by launching its very first gardening initiative! In partnership with Emseni Farming, learners and staff came together to begin cultivating the school’s new garden — a space that will grow not only vegetables but also knowledge, teamwork, and pride.
On 2 October 2025, the Ntunjambili Community Hall was buzzing with excitement as Grade 12 learners from Ntunjambili Circuit schools gathered for the Ntunjambili Circuit High Flyer Awards ceremony. The event, led by Circuit Manager Mr. N.E. Gama, was a celebration of academic excellence, recognizing 143 students who achieved distinctions in their Term 3 examinations….
On 26 September 2025, the Maphumulo Resource Centre was filled with joy and energy as farmers—young and old—gathered to share knowledge and explore new opportunities beyond traditional agriculture. The workshop, hosted by Emseni Farming, Bonlé, RTS, and the Mzikayise Ndlovu Foundation, aimed to empower farmers to consider starting businesses outside of farming. Participants were encouraged…
On 18 September 2025, we had the joy of visiting two crèches—Momotheka Crèche and Sebenzokuhle Crèche—to plant vegetable seedlings and share the love of growing food with the little ones. At Momotheka Crèche, we planted cabbage, beetroot, and spinach, while Sebenzokuhle Crèche focused on beetroot seedlings. The children were full of excitement, happily digging into…
Each year, stores from Greytown and Kranskop come together for a fun-filled soccer bash, celebrating teamwork, sportsmanship, and local spirit. This year, Bonlé sponsored Aheers Cash and Carry with a brand-new soccer kit. The teams gave it their all on the field, playing with heart and energy. Aheers Cash and Carry made it to the…