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FaMoja returns: New opportunities for young people in Kenya!
Tuttlingen reports on the return of the FaMoja initiative to Kenya, which promotes community and sustainable agriculture.
FaMoja returns: New opportunities for young people in Kenya!
Today we take a look at the remarkable FaMoja project in Kandongu, Kenya. Featured two years ago in the Schwäbische Zeitung, the initiative was launched by Jana Winterhalter and committed colleagues to strengthen the community, promote sustainable agriculture and exploit the potential of young people. The project has gained momentum in recent years and is now planning further exciting steps leveraging both local and international support.
Originally, a seminar and community center was to be built in 2024 on land approximately 24 kilometers away. But shortly before the groundbreaking, the team decided to move the project back to Kandongu. This strategic rethinking makes it possible to be closer to the members of the community, many of whom now work permanently in Kandongu and have strong family ties.
Regenerative agriculture and community projects
One of FaMoja's core goals is to promote regenerative and biodynamic agriculture. Thanks to generous donations from the Schwäbische Zeitung, the first demonstration farm has already been set up in the region. Resistant original varieties such as tomatoes, spinach and local medicinal herbs grow there. In addition, a weekly Youth Circle was created that focuses on topics such as personal development, emotional intelligence and the ecological effects of monocultures.
A particularly innovative project among young people is the breeding of the Black Soldier fly, which serves as a cost-effective, organic alternative to expensive animal feed. The young people built a prison themselves and completed valuable training in the process. From the beginning of 2026, the farmed products will be sold to local chicken and fish farmers.
Future plans and challenges
In 2025, FaMoja plans to expand the demonstration farm with at least ten raised beds to respond to the increasing challenges of flooding. This not only ensures food production, but also increases the community's awareness of sustainable farming methods. A new Youth Circle is to be launched in 2026, financed by the Schwäbische Zeitung's Christmas fundraising campaign, in order to accompany even more young people on their journey through life.
The importance of projects like FaMoja is also supported by international initiatives. According to that Federal Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Homeland The focus is on cooperation with African countries to promote economic development and increase agricultural productivity. Supporting sustainable agricultural practices is critical to ensuring food security for Africa's growing population.
In a different context, the economic aspects are in the foreground in the capital of Saudi Arabia, Riyadh. The city, which has a population of over 6.5 million, has become the largest economy in the Arab world and offers numerous job opportunities. Over Edarabia Current job offers can be found in various areas such as sales, IT and education. These diverse work opportunities reflect the potential that can be harnessed by young people in both Africa and the Arab world.
Efforts towards sustainable agriculture and job creation are therefore placed in a larger context that addresses both the needs of local communities and international cooperation. FaMoja is an impressive example of how commitment and innovation can go hand in hand to create positive change and support young people on their way to a promising future.