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Preserving a Way of Life: Isandlwana Village, South Africa

23.07.2009 | Categories: Footage from the Field,Video Back to Gallery List

Launched 1999, the Zulu Village Project fosters self-reliance, enhances traditional culture and instills environmental awareness. The villagers named the project “Impumelelo yeSandlwana” – Success for the People of Isandlwana. Since its inception, the people of Isandlwana have created this success themselves – each WILD initiative works to build local leadership and economy while fostering cultural traditions and environmental stewardship.

Managed locally, under the quiet but determined leadership of Elizabeth Dhlamini (Ms. D), a team of local leaders and coordinator Samantha Terblanche, the Zulu Village Project is flourishing, with new initiatives each year.

Currently underway are:

• Sustainable Food Projects: Organic Gardens, Fruit Orchard and Chicken Production
• Soil erosion projects; Micro-lending program with 100% payback;
• A traditional youth dance group, winning awards around the province
• An active soccer-team, practicing and playing local matches
• Environmental Learning through Eco-Schools

Video by Erika K.H. Gronek, Ancora Imparo Productions