This brief explores SEF’s contribution to tackling hunger and malnutrition in South Africa by promoting sustainable farming practices, developing agroecological skills, and creating employment. It features initiatives led by implementing partners including African Conservation Trust, weFEEDsa, Solidaridad, INMED South Africa, Seriti Institute, Siyakholwa Development Foundation, and the Goedgedacht Trust Consortium.
The document highlights community gardens, training in crop production, agribusiness, food safety, and recycling. It shares stories of improved household food security, micro-enterprise growth, and community empowerment, while also noting challenges such as market access and resource constraints. Lessons from collaborations through the SEN emphasise the importance of partnerships, data use, and scalable models for long-term resilience.
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Social Employment Network: Strengthening Pathways Beyond Participation
Written by: Thula Zondi The Social Employment Fund (SEF) Annual In-Person Workshop, convened by the Social Employment network on 6–7 May 2026 at the IDC Head Office in Sandton, brought together Strategic Implementing Partners (SIPs), government representatives, and...
Learning Brief: Building Safe, Resilient and Flourishing Communities
Building Safe, Resilient and Flourishing Communities is a learning brief developed by the Economic Development Partnership (EDP) through the Social Employment Network (SEN), drawing on the experiences of Social Employment Fund (SEF) partners working in the community...
Case Study: Siyavuna Abalimi Development Groundbreak
Contributors: Thula Zondi | Margo le Roux | Vuyolwetu Ntinzi The Siyavuna Abalimi Development Programme case study examines how the Social Employment Fund (SEF), together with Strategic Implementing Partners (SIPs), is supporting smallholder farmers and strengthening...