PRACTICAL SKILL PROGRAMME

Emakhazeni Local Municipality, Council Chamber, 22 June 2026

 Nkangala District Municipality, in partnership with UN Women, the Mpumalanga Department of Agriculture, Rural Development, Land and Environmental Affairs, and other stakeholders, launched a three-day Climate-Smart Agriculture training programme at the Emakhazeni Council Chamber.

The programme equips 30 emerging farmers with practical skills in soil health management, water conservation, integrated nutrient management, pest and weed control, conservation agriculture, seedling preparation, and sustainable vegetable production. It forms part of NDM’s Climate Change, Just Transition, and Biodiversity Programme.

Opening the session, Mr. Edwin Mametja, NDM Divisional Manager: Climate and Biodiversity, said climate change is already affecting local agriculture through droughts, erratic rainfall, heatwaves, floods, and declining yields. “We are empowering farmers with practical solutions to produce more with fewer resources, adapt to changing conditions, and build sustainable enterprises for future generations,” he said.

The training prioritizes food security and inclusivity for women, youth, and vulnerable groups. By combining classroom instruction with hands-on demonstrations, farmers can immediately apply these techniques to support a green, climate-resilient economy in the district.

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