Slow Food Kenya

The Countdown Begins! The 2nd Eastern Africa Agroecology Conference is happening in March 2025! This is the premier platform bringing together farmers, researchers, policymakers, and agroecology champions to shape the future of sustainable food systems in the region. Under the theme "Strengthening Agri-Food System Transformation for Resilience, Sustainability and Socioeconomic Development ", we will explore solutions that prioritize people, planet, and prosperity. Are you ready to be part of the change? Register now or explore partnership opportunities! lencatech.zohobackstage.com/EAAC2025 #EAAC2025 #Agroecology4Africa #SustainableFarming #FoodSystems #LeaveNoOneBehind #organicfarming #sustainablefarming4Africa

The Conference Organizing Committee (COC) of the 2nd Eastern Africa Agroecology Conference to be held from 25th to 28th March 2025 at Argyle Grand Hotel, Mombasa Road and opposite Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA), Nairobi, Kenya, wishes to invite all people who plan to attend the conference to register in time. Click the link below to register #EAAC2025" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">ea-agroecologyconference.org/#EAAC2025 @agroecology @EOA_Africa @KcoaKhea @TofOrganic @pelum_uganda @PelumKenya @FoodKenya @Seedsavers_KE @CIFOR_ICRAF @BIBA_Kenya @KoanKenya @ocakenya

Exciting Announcement! The 3rd Indigenous Seeds & Food Culture Harvest Fair is happening on Sept 9-10, 2024, at the Nyando Community Seed Bank, Nyakachi, Kisumu County. #myfoodmyculturemyfuture #ourfoodourcultureourlife #IndigenousSeeds #FoodSovereignty #CulturalHeritage

HARARE DECLARATION OF COMMITMENT AND CALL TO ACTION Empowering Agroecological Entrepreneurs and Strengthening Territorial Markets for a Resilient Future WE, the more than 400 delegates, comprised of farmers, youth, women, entrepreneurs, researchers, CSOs, and policy actors, attending the Tripartite Event on African Agroecological Entrepreneurship, the Harare Seed and Food Festival, and the 5th Biennial Food System Celebration held in Harare, Zimbabwe from 11th to 14th September 2024, under the theme ‘Celebrating Our Healthy African Food Heritage’, hereby make this ‘Harare Declaration of Commitment and Call to Action’ for advancing agroecology and agroecological entrepreneurship in Africa. READ THE FULL STATEMENT 👇🏿 afsafrica.org/harare-declara…

The 2nd Agroecological Entrepreneurs and Territorial Markets Convening happened in Harare 🇿🇼 last week. Happy we supported our partners @FoodKenya & @capcn_Rwanda to contribute to discussions on transforming Africa's food systems + how local traders play a critical role. #AAE2024

Youth play a crucial role in preserving traditional food and food culture,as they are the bridge between the past and the future. By showing pride and enthusiasm for traditional foods,youth can inspire their peers to take an interest in preserving and enjoying traditional food.

Ongoing. @PelumKenya National Youth Day at Slow Food Kenya offices in Nakuru! Theme: Accelerating Digital Technology for Youth Engagement in Agribusiness, Agroforestry Value Chains, and Agrotourism to boost livelihoods and food security.

Traditional foods connect us to our heritage,offering rich flavors, nutrition,and wisdom passed down through generations.In the face of climate change,food insecurity, and biodiversity loss,they offer insights into sustainable practices and resilient diets.

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Exciting day at Kabaa Community Garden. During our follow-up visit, we were happy to see the garden flourishing with a vibrant mix of crops;spider plant, kale, spinach, arrowroot, amaranth, black nightshade, onions, strawberries, and more. #myfoodmyculturemyfuture #SlowFood

We were thrilled to host Sylvia & Joshua from CIFOR-ICRAF! They conducted a needs assessment for Tree Nursery Establishment & Management, sharing valuable insights as part of the AFR100 project. champions before the year's end! #RestorationChampions #MyFoodMyCultureMyFuture

Happened today to celebrate International Youth Day! 🌱🎉 PELUM Kenya, @sfynafrica & @slowfoodkenya celebrated International Youth Day with the theme, "From Clicks to Progress: Youth Digital Pathways for Sustainable Development" #InternationalYouthDay #YouthForSustainability

These are indigenous seeds. These seeds were passed to us by our forefathers and shared with us by our neighbours. These seeds are FREE. These seeds are reproducible — meaning, they can be planted, become crops, and harvested and the seeds be replanted. These seeds are Afrocentric, they are therefore meant for the Afrikan soil and can adapt to Afrikan weather, diseases and pests. The global crooks want to terminate our relationship with these seeds so that we can depend on their patented GMO seeds. We must be prepared to fight anyone who threatens our food sovereignty. #NaneNane #FoodFriday

Traditional seeds are the heart of our food culture, carrying the flavors, diversity, and resilience of our ancestors. By planting and saving them, we protect biodiversity and preserve our agricultural heritage for future generations. #MyFoodMyCultureMyFuture

Join us on August 12th to celebrate International Youth Day! 🌱🎉 PELUM Kenya, @sfynafrica & @FoodKenya invites you to celebrate International Youth Day. This is all about empowering young minds to lead the charge towards a sustainable future. Call/SMS 0743929892

Yesterday, Slow Food Kenya visited some of the Slow Food gardens in Kirinyaga County for a follow-up. We had the pleasure of interacting with the Neema and Kaki communities and seeing their beautiful gardens. #myfoodmyculturemyfuture

Food serves not only as a means of nourishment but also as a way for individuals to engage with and better understand various cultures and communities. It has the remarkable ability to bring people together and create a sense of connection. #myfoodmyculturemyfuture

Discover the Mutahato Banana! Grown in Central Kenya, It matures in 2 years, thriving in fertile, well-drained soil. Enjoy it ripe, cooked, or roasted. Even the stem serves as livestock fodder Learn more: fondazioneslowfood.com/en/slow-food-p… #myfoodmyculturemyfuture

Slow Food Kenya, Route to Food, and Makongo Farmers Network met with Elementaita Ward MCA Hon. George Nene to promote agroecological food production and consumption. Plans include establishing a Farmers Market to support local economies. #myfoodmyfuturemyculture