Lekwa Landcare Awareness Campaign Empowers Community on Sustainable Resource Management

Farmers Magazine | 20.03.2026 15:54
A Lekwa Landcare Awareness Campaign was recently held in Morgenzon within the Lekwa Local Municipality, focusing on equipping the community with practical strategies to protect and manage natural resources. The campaign was a collaborative effort involving the national Department of Agriculture, the Lekwa Municipality, and the DARDLEA research team, highlighting a multi-stakeholder approach to sustainable agriculture. The event emphasized the importance of community participation in environmental stewardship and sought to raise awareness of practices that enhance both agricultural productivity and ecological health. By linking local livelihoods to responsible land management, the campaign provided attendees with actionable knowledge to maintain the sustainability of their farms and surrounding ecosystems. This initiative underscores the critical role of education and awareness in building resilient rural communities.