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…
On 20 August 2025, over 60 female farmers from the Maphumulo area gathered to attend a farmers’ workshop aimed at promoting agricultural education and celebrating women’s contributions during Women’s Month. The event was jointly organised by Emseni Farming, Bonle Dairy, RTS, and the Mzikayise Ndlovu Foundation. The workshop focused on empowering women through agricultural knowledge…
On August 7, 2025, Emseni Farming, in collaboration with the Mzikayise Ndlovu Foundation, hosted a hands-on workshop on avocado cultivation at the Mvozana Thusong Centre in Maphumulo. The event welcomed farmers from the Ubuhle Bolimo Co-operative, a local group dedicated to growing and selling vegetables. Mr. Shandu, representing the Department of Agriculture in Maphumulo, expressed…