03| Soil for Life in Cape Town, South Africa

In this third episode, Akil explores the second case study in his research: Soil for Life (SFL), a non-profit organization based in Cape Town, South Africa. You’ll hear a detailed historical overview of Cape Town, its colonial past, and the ongoing impact of apartheid, setting the context for understanding SFL’s vital work. From home food gardening programs to community empowerment initiatives, learn how SFL is fostering resilience in marginalized communities across Cape Town, particularly in the Cape Flats.

Learn more about the key concepts and people discussed in today's episode!

• Soil for Life
• Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
• Map of Cape Town (relative to the rest of South Africa)
• Indigenous people of Southern Africa
• What was apartheid?
• My themes for analysis
  1. Healthy human relationships;
  2. Oppressive systems and community transformation
  3. Gardens and farms as essential goods
  4. Organizational features and operations

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