Congratulations to the Matric Class of 2024!
CASIDRA extends a heartfelt congratulations to all the learners who have worked tirelessly to achieve outstanding results in their matric exams! Your dedication, resilience, and commitment have truly paid off, and today, we celebrate your success. This is just the beginning of an exciting new chapter. Whether you’re continuing with further studies, entering the workforce, or pursuing your dreams, we’re confident that you will continue to shine and accomplish even greater things. Here’s to the Class of 2024—your hard work has set the...
CASIDRA Kicks Off the New Year with Open Doors for All Stakeholders!
As we step into 2025, CASIDRA is excited to welcome a new year filled with opportunities for collaboration, growth, and community development! Our office is now open and ready to serve all stakeholders as we embark on a fresh journey of innovation and impact. We believe that our collective success comes from strong partnerships, and we invite all stakeholders—partners, communities, and collaborators—to engage with us this year. Whether you're an organisation looking to work together on transformative projects, or a community member...
EMPOWERING LOCAL FARMERS FOR A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE FARMING ON IMVELO FARM
Imvelo Farm under the leadership of its proud owner Deon van Wyk, has reached an exciting milestone. On the 5th of November 2024, Deon officially signed off on his project, marking a new chapter for his small-scale livestock farming operation located in Robertson. Deon's journey began from humble beginnings. He started Imvelo Farm from scratch, driven by a desire to build a legacy of hard work, dedication, and success—one that he hopes to pass down to his children. For aspiring farmers,...
CASIDRA AND PALS EXPLORE SYNERGIES FOR AGRICULTURAL DEVELOPMENT AND LAND REFORM
Dr. Keith du Plessis, CEO of Casidra, recently hosted a courtesy visit from Lennox Plaatjies of Partners in Agri Land Solutions (PALS). The meeting aimed to explore the potential synergies between the two organisations to advance agricultural development and land reform initiatives for local communities in the Western Cape. This partnership lays the foundation for a potential future collaboration aimed at supporting sustainable farming practices and driving rural economic growth in the region. PALS, a private sector initiative founded in 2015 in...
NURTURING COMMUNITIES THROUGH FOOD SECURITY AND NUTRITION
Pastor Ricardo Sloster from New Woodlands in Mitchells Plain is a visionary who is dedicated to make a difference in the lives of his community. Motivated by a desire to combat crime and uplift local youth, Pastor Sloster has launched a vibrant community food garden at his church. The WCDoA and Casidra erected a shade net tunnel structure to protect plants, promoting healthy growth and an irrigation system was installed to ensure efficient water use for optimal cultivation. They also received...
FOSTERING COMMUNITY GROWTH THROUGH FOOD SECURITY AND NUTRITION
Meet Toni Khulule and Xolani Siswana, the visionary owners of the Spring Foundation Project, a 1.2-hectare garden at the Lentegeur Psychiatric Hospital in Mitchells Plain. Their remarkable journey began when Toni, a former garden worker, joined forces with Xolani to establish a flourishing oasis. Support from the Western Cape Department of Agriculture (WCDoA) and Casidra has been pivotal, providing: An efficient irrigation system for optimal water management; Quality seedlings and essential gardening tools for abundant harvests; Water tanks to ensure reliable storage; A cold freezer...
HOW A FRUIT AND VEGETABLE GARDEN IS TRANSFORMING FOOD SECURITY FOR JASPER
Meet Jasper Nieuwoudt, an experienced farmer from Vanrhynsdorp, Western Cape, with an unwavering dedication to agriculture spanning 35 years. Building on his expertise, Jasper diversified his operations by establishing a thriving food and vegetable garden at his Vanrhynsdorp Catering Resort. Thanks to strategic funding and equipment support from the Western Cape Department of Agriculture (WCDoA) and Casidra, Jasper's garden has flourished. Yet, his greatest legacy is his generosity, as he donates fresh produce to his local community. "Access to capital is pivotal,...
GROWING HOPE, ONE GARDEN AT A TIME
Casidra, in partnership with the Western Cape Department of Agriculture (WCDoA), continues its mission to enhance food security by distributing food garden starter kits to households in Riebeek-Kasteel, located on the West Coast. This impactful initiative, funded by the WCDoA, is transforming community backyards into flourishing green spaces, empowering residents to grow fresh and nutritious produce right at home. In addition to providing the starter kits, beneficiaries receive hands-on training to ensure they can effectively utilise their new gardening tools. Casidra's...
BRINGING SELF-SUSTAINABILITY HOME
Ellen Alard, a resident of Hooikraal in Moorreesburg, recently received a fully equipped chicken coop, expertly installed by Casidra as part of a food security initiative funded in collaboration with the Western Cape Department of Agriculture (WCDoA). This drive involves setting up chicken coops and providing chickens, marking a tangible step toward fostering self-sustainability within the community. By equipping beneficiaries with the tools and resources to produce their own food, the initiative helps households reduce reliance on external sources, lower living...