Mazingira Institute is a civil society organization established in Kenya in 1978. Our activities include inquiry, advocacy, training and learning.
Nairobi, Kenya
Joined April 2015
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95 farmers are taking part in our Gender, Urban Agriculture & Food System training supported @CanadaDev & @RooftopsCanada!
Today, they learnt about rabbit and chicken production, gaining practical skills to improve their farming. The training wraps up tomorrow!
This World Food Day, the Women’s Spaces Project celebrates the power of innovation in building food security.
From urban farming to food processing, small ideas make a big difference.
@CanadaDev
100% FREE 2 DAY TRAINING IN NAIROBI!
Join us on 22 & 23 Oct to learn about crops & livestock
📍Waithaka Vocational Training Centre
📝if you’ve trained with us before do not apply
SLOTS ARE LIMITED. Click this link to apply now: forms.gle/pFm6mRAixPUXeMNQ9
Supported by @CanadaDev
Mazingira Institute retweeted
Canada recently celebrated the graduation 🎓 of urban farmers with @MazInstitute and @NairobiCityGov.
Through #RooftopsCanada, we support the #WomensSpaces project driving urban agriculture as a pathway to women’s empowerment and rights to land, housing and livelihoods.
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In our last NEFSALF Forum, 71 trainees received certificates from Pamela Gordon, Deputy Head of Cooperation, Canadian High Commission & Gladwell Cheruiyot, Chief Officer, FANR Sub-Sector upon completing training. Congratulations to all!
Supported by @CanadaDev & @RooftopsCanada
FREE URBAN FARMING TRAINING FOR NAIROBI RESIDENTS ONLY!
Gain practical skills in crop, poultry, and rabbit farming
Location: Waithaka TVET
Date: 6th & 7th Oct 2026
If you’ve trained with us before, please don't apply
Link: forms.gle/YeA4GWjbTC99tjr49
@CanadaDev @RooftopsCanada
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Meet the @NEFSALF Youth Hub, a space where young people connect, learn & explore opportunities in urban agriculture.
Watch their story & discover how the hub is changing lives.
youtu.be/-j5rwchAGLw?si=Alvk… via @YouTube
Supported by @CanadaDev & @RooftopsCanada
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Today was all about organic waste management! Trainees made compost and learned about Black Soldier Flies.
This training is supported by @CanadaDev , and @RooftopsCanada
The training in Gender, Urban Agriculture & Food System has bagan. Today Davies, an urban farmer shared his story since attending the training in 2025. He is using the skills he got to construct & sell cone gardens.
This training is supported by @CanadaDev & @RooftopsCanada
Join us for the Nairobi International Trade Fair this September! Our Nefsalf YOUTH HUB will be showcasing their value added products!
Supported by @CanadaDev & @RooftopsCanada
On International Youth Day, 12 August, we connected with young people in Nairobi who shared their experiences, ideas and the work they do within their communities.
See what they said in the video here:
youtu.be/ycRXv4Wae4g?si=SPKI…
Supported by @CanadaDev & @RooftopsCanada
This week we kicked off our 7-day training in Gender, Urban Agriculture and Food System that is supported by @CanadaDev and @RooftopsCanada.
Trainees have been learning about crop production & organic waste management.
We are excited about the changes this training will bring!
Mazingira Institute retweeted
🎉Bonne Journée internationale de la jeunesse !
Aujourd’hui, nous célébrons la vision, la résilience et le dynamisme des jeunes acteurs du changement du monde entier 🌍.
Leurs actions nous rappellent le potentiel illimité des jeunes pour façonner un avenir meilleur ✨.
Mazingira Institute retweeted
🎉Happy International Youth Day!
Today we celebrate the vision, resilience & drive of young changemakers everywhere. Their actions remind us of the limitless potential of youth to transform communities & shape a better future.
✨#IYD2026-Different Contexts, Common Aspirations.
It's finally here! Tomorrow we celebrate young people in food systems and vocational skills!
Find us at Waithaka Vocational Training Centre!
Entry is free! @followers
Supported by @CanadaDev & @RooftopsCanada
Join us on 12th August 2026 for the International Youth Day happening at Waithaka Vocational Training Centre!
Entry is free!
Supported by @CanadaDev & @RooftopsCanada
This past week, 97 farmers gained hands-on skills in crop & livestock production at our demo farm. Inspired by what they learnt, some even took photos of our model chicken & rabbit housing to replicate the designs back home.
Supported by @CanadaDev & @RooftopsCanada
The future of food is in the hands of our youth!
This International Youth Day, join Nairobi City County, Mazingira Institute & Waithaka Vocational Training Centre as we celebrate the passion, innovation and potential of young people.
Supported by @CanadaDev & @RooftopsCanada
Our Urban Agriculture and Food System Demonstration Unit case study is now live!
See how this prototype farm supported by @CanadaDev is equipping communities with practical farming skills and transforming the way food is grown in Nairobi.
Watch now! youtu.be/GVCOvaZ-pyI?si=R4EO…
Calling all Nairobi farmers!
Join our 2 day FREE hands-on Urban Agriculture & Food Systems training.
📅 23–24 July 2026
📍 Waithaka TVET, Dagoretti
Apply now 👉 forms.gle/gcZGLnTFy81yzokXA
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