Africa-Press – Eswatini. A farmer from Jubukweni, under Nkhaba Inkhundla, is making a mark in sustainable agriculture by training communities across Eswatini in organic and biblically based farming methods.
Mfanfikile Nkambule, who serves as a link between Eswatini and the Equipping Farmers International Board of Directors, has coordinated training for more than 500 farmers since 2022. His work focuses on Farming God’s Way principles, which combine conservation agriculture techniques with biblical stewardship values.
Nkambule’s training sessions have reached communities in Mankayane, Dvudvusini, Lobamba, Hawane, Nkhaba, Ntjanini, and his home area of Jubukweni, inspiring many farmers to adopt more sustainable and profitable methods.
Among the success stories is Thembelihle Tfwala of Lobamba, whose farm near Lobamba Lodge stands out as a model of Farming God’s Way. Another is Reverend Thabisile Methula from the Church of the Nazarene in Jubukweni, who produces top-quality results through thermal composting.
Nkambule also promotes organic approaches in Arabica coffee farming, including mulching, companion planting, agroforestry, proper crop spacing, and the use of cover crops. He believes these techniques can improve yields, restore soil health, and open market opportunities for farmers.
However, his work faces challenges. Training programmes currently depend on donations, limiting the number of farmers reached. The lack of funds also affects the ability to set up more demonstration plots. Nkambule hopes to acquire personal land to create a permanent test site for new farming methods.
Another goal is to register Equipping Farmers International as a legal NGO in Eswatini, focusing on church partnerships. He admits this has been difficult as many churches are more familiar with established organisations like FINCLUDE and NAMBoard.
Despite these challenges, Nkambule remains optimistic. “Jubukweni has untapped opportunities. If we equip farmers with the right knowledge and resources, we can transform livelihoods while caring for the land,” he said.
Nkambule envisions a future where more churches embrace agriculture as a ministry, helping communities achieve both food security and economic growth.
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