Cape Town urban food gardens grow bonds for young farmers, create jobs and boost conservation

This article explores how youth-driven urban food gardens in Cape Town, particularly in Khayelitsha, are creating jobs, strengthening social connections, and promoting environmental conservation. It highlights how young farmers use community gardens not only to grow food but also to foster food justice activism, advocating for equitable access to nutritious food. Despite systemic challenges such as limited access to land, capital, and skills, these urban farmers are developing entrepreneurial skills, forming strong social networks, and collaborating with organisations to sustain their initiatives. The research emphasises the need for policy and financial support to expand urban agriculture, ensuring greater food security, job creation, and youth empowerment.

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