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EarthLore envisages a future in which humans are living in a respectful, just and reciprocal relationship with each other and the Earth. A world in which human communities are rooted once again in their ancestral traditions, identities and lands.
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A competition at Julius Mkhonto was won by Mxolisi Ngwenya, a young farmer in the making. He received a Mango tree, a chance to harvest honey in Patrick Twala’s garden and to pick traditional maize when it is harvesting time.
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Mxolisi Ngwenya receives his prize Mango tree from Patrick Twala at the gathering at Julius Mkhonto.
December 3, 2025 at 9:25 AM
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1 December 2025: Enkaba, Avontuur and Julius Mkhonto communities gathered in Julius Mkhonto, Mpumalanga, to hold their annual reflections about their ongoing journey of reviving traditional seeds, associated rituals and learning about agroecology.
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Participants at the reflective dialogues at Julius Mkhonto
December 3, 2025 at 9:17 AM
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Enjoy this video of the vibrant Elukwatini Seed and Food Fairs, held respectively on 10 and 11 September 2025.
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Elukwatini Seed and Food Fairs
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November 14, 2025 at 10:01 AM
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A Fair to Popularise Healthy Traditional African Foods
The tentacles of American fast food chains that sell fried fatty food, sweet carbonated cold drinks and highly processed packaged snacks, have spread throughout Africa.... earthlorefoundation.org/a-fair-to-po...
#agroecology #food #seed
A Fair to Popularise Healthy Traditional African Foods | EarthLore
The tentacles of American fast food chains that sell fried fatty food, sweet carbonated cold drinks and highly processed packaged snacks, have spread throughout Africa. They bring obesity, high blood ...
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October 29, 2025 at 8:31 AM
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A First for Enkaba: Hosting EarthLore’s Seed Fair in South Africa in 2025
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A First for Enkaba: Hosting EarthLore’s Seed Fair in South Africa in 2025 | EarthLore
The dusty road through the rugged rocky landscape of Enkaba seemed an unlikely setting for EarthLore’s Seed Fair, held on 10 September 2025. Enkaba is situated some distance from Elukwatini, Mpumalang...
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October 23, 2025 at 4:25 PM
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Explore the powerful process of Creating Ancestral Maps and Calendars, bridging past, present, and future through eco-mapping and community dialogues. Discover how indigenous knowledge is reviving traditions and fostering harmony with ancestral realms.
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Creating Ancestral Maps and Calendars of the past, present and future | EarthLore
Seed of memories from the past, the present and the future will be planted in rich and fertile soil during the Eco-Mapping process in Bikita, Zimbabwe, from 6 to 10 October 2025 This is the culminatio...
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October 9, 2025 at 1:36 PM
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This Black Earth podcast celebrates Mashudu Takalani, EarthLore's programme manager, a Black African woman leading transformation by restoring life on our beautiful planet in a meaningful, care-full and joyful way.
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#agroecology #seed #Africa
Why Seed Sovereignty Matters: Restoring Culture, Care and Community in Africa | Black Earth Podcast
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September 25, 2025 at 12:43 PM
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Reviving Tradition for Future Abundance: Earth Jurisprudence Collective
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Reviving Tradition for Future Abundance - African Earth Jurisprudence Collective
How the clans of Kenya are creating biocultural wealth that transcends money: a story from the African Earth Jurisprudence Collective
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September 8, 2025 at 9:01 AM
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Earthlore champions millet revival: Documentary by Steve Ephraem.
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#BikitaFair #SeedDiversity #FoodSovereignty #Zimbabwe #EarthLore
DOCUMENTARY: Earthlore champions Millets revival
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September 8, 2025 at 8:51 AM
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Bikita youth adopt Jaka, small grains
Medline Turugare BY STEVE EPHRAEM In a bid to embrace healthier traditions and strengthen community ties, youth in Bikita, Zimbabwe are showing growing interest in cultivating and consuming small g…
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August 27, 2025 at 5:24 PM
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Svoboda steals the limelight at Bikita Seed and Food Festival
BY STEVE EPHRAEMBIKITA: A rare and unique variety of millet, known as “Svoboda” (Barnyard Millet) was the star of the Bikita Seed and Food Fair. The event took place on August 22 at Kumboedza…
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August 27, 2025 at 5:23 PM
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Return to traditional seed keeping: Earthlore Foundation
BY STEVE EPHRAEMBIKITA: At Bikita Seed and Food Festival held at Kumboedza Garden at Masasire Ward 19 in Bikita East, Zimbabwe, held under the theme “Year of the Millets,” that took place on August…
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August 27, 2025 at 5:22 PM
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Jaka is the name given to traditional communal work. Community members join together to help one farmer complete a big task. The following thread shows the traditional threshing and winnowing of the finger millet.
#foodsovereignity #agroecology #SeedDiversity #FoodSovereignty #Zimbabwe
August 24, 2025 at 8:39 AM
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287 farmers drawn from 6 communities that EarthLore is accompanying showcase diverse farm saved seeds during a Seed and Food Fair held in Masasire, Bikita, Zimbabwe
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August 24, 2025 at 8:20 AM
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Annual Bikita Seed and Food Fair
Celebrating tradition and growth! The Annual Bikita Seed and Food Fair is on Aug 22, 2025, in Masasire's Kumboedza garden (9h00-17h00). This year's theme: "Growing our Future, Rooted in our Traditions." See nearly 300 displays of farm-saved seeds, produce, & crafts.
August 20, 2025 at 10:52 AM
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My name is Thandi Mkhonto. I am a farmer and I live in Julius Mkhonto, Elukwatini, Mpumalanga, South Africa. I am passionate about farming and I try to make a positive difference in my community.
#agroecology #Seed
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One Woman’s Vision Builds Community and Heals the Land | EarthLore
Thandi Mkhonto’s story My name is Thandi Mkhonto. I am a farmer and I live in Julius Mkhonto, Elukwatini, Mpumalanga, South Africa. I am passionate about farming and I try to make a positive differenc...
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June 18, 2025 at 4:27 PM
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Join EarthLore Foundation in Johannesburg, South Africa, and help steward financial integrity in sacred work that nurtures seed sovereignty, ecological governance, and indigenous wisdom.
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Deadline Extended – Finance Custodian Position | EarthLore
EarthLore Foundation is extending the application deadline for the Finance Custodian role to 15 May 2025. This position is based in Johannesburg, South Africa, and offers a meaningful opportunity to s...
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May 7, 2025 at 2:24 PM
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Suko Seed Blessing ritual revived in Mazwimba, Venda, after 40 years
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Suko Seed Blessing ritual, Venda | EarthLore
Suko Seed Blessing ritual revived in Mazwimba, Venda, after 40 years “Seeds hold great cultural significance by representing new beginnings and the promise of generous harvests. The purpose of this sa...
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February 10, 2025 at 8:42 AM
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First Uluma (first fruits) ceremony in Tshiavha, Venda, South Africa. This article describes the ceremony that took place last year.
#agroecology #rituals #africa
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First Uluma (first fruits) ceremony in Tshiavha, Venda, South Africa, Blessed by Rain | EarthLore
In most cultures and traditions it is customary to give thanks before eating. The Uluma is an annual ceremony that gives thanks and asks for the blessings of the ancestors and opens the way for the wh...
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February 10, 2025 at 7:48 AM
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In the heart of Elukwatini, South Africa, a community, strongly connected to the Swati culture and proud of its heritage, is keeping important traditions alive.
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Ukwetfula and Ihhula Rituals to Celebrate and Prepare for the Harvest – Mpumalanga, South Africa | EarthLore
In the heart of Elukwatini, a community, strongly connected to the Swati culture and proud of its heritage, is keeping important traditions alive. On 16 March 2024, the Avontuur community hosted the a...
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February 5, 2025 at 12:35 PM
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How seed fairs help small scale farmers revive long lost, first generation seeds.
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How seed fairs help small scale farmers revive long lost, first generation seeds - humfoz.org
By Tatenda Chitagu BIKITA, ZIMBABWE-Since childhood, Ellen Mutsinze (55) has planted small, early generation grains to add variety to the family’s staple corn diet. She never imagined the once-looked-...
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January 31, 2025 at 10:25 AM