Nonhlanhla Joye

Nonhlanhla Joye (also known as Ma’Joye)[1] is a South African community farmer, cancer survivor,[2][3] and founder of the Umgibe Farming Organics and Training Institute[4].[5] Born in the village of uMpise,[6] KwaZulu Natal, she learned farming from her parents[1][2] and later studied herbology abroad.

Nonhlanhla (Ma) Joye, South African social entrepreneur

In 2014, following a cancer diagnosis, Joye developed a unique "plastic bag system" for farming.[7][1] This innovation led to the creation of Umgibe,[6][5] which empowers rural farmers with sustainable farming techniques[3] and business management skills.[1][4] Her work significantly impacts food security[5] and economic independence in her community.[8]

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  2. ^ a b Doorsen, Faeez Van (2019-02-15). "From death's door to a master of agri-innovation". Food For Mzansi. Retrieved 2024-07-02.
  3. ^ a b Mulumba, Pie (2021-06-21). "Nonhlanhla Joye on Why Organic Food Matters". Longevity LIVE. Retrieved 2024-07-02.
  4. ^ a b "Meet Ma Joye". dooiy.org. Retrieved 2024-07-02.
  5. ^ a b c "Umgibe farming project". commongoodfirst.com. Retrieved 2024-07-02.
  6. ^ a b "How one woman's tragedy sparked community renewal | Vuk'uzenzele". www.vukuzenzele.gov.za. Retrieved 2024-07-02.
  7. ^ "Nonhlanhla Joye - Social Innovation". www.heavychef.com. Retrieved 2024-07-02.
  8. ^ "She grew a farm in a plastic packet | Beautiful News". www.beautifulnews.com. Retrieved 2024-07-02.

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