Nairobi, Kenya From dumpsite to urban farm: a story from Kibera

Urban farming provides alternatives for growing crops directly in the soil, which is especially important since this place was previously used as a dumpsite. Additionally, with this method it is possible to even turn small spaces into a farm. This approach, combined with the hard work and dedication of the community, has resulted in a green and lush place, in the middle of the largest urban slum in Africa: Kibera, in Nairobi, Kenya.

Although the farm is small, like urban farms often are, we believe its benefits to be large:

• improved food security for the community
• increased income by, amongst others, selling the crops
• a rare chill place surrounded by greenery
• offering a place for practical training about agriculture and taking care of the environment, for example targeting the children in Kibera

The photo gallery below shows the entire process, which took only four months! This demonstrates that by strong community engagement a lot can be achieved in a short period and it creates enthusiasm and involvement.