J1261N Greenline Africa

The Situation

The Greenline Africa project seeks to address chronic food insecurity and environmental degradation affecting vulnerable communities in Hwange District, Zimbabwe. As of 2022, Hwange District had an estimated population of 73,047 (ZIMSTAT, 2022). According to the World Food Programme (WFP, 2021), the number of people in the district who are chronically food insecure—unable to meet their daily nutritional needs without external assistance—increased from 10,400 in 2016 to 11,283 in 2021. The project focuses on communities like Jembwe Village in Kachecheti Ward, where climate change has worsened the livelihood crisis resulting in food insecurity, environmental degradation, women and youth unemployment and reducing impact to education.



The Objectives

The Greenline Africa Project – Sustainable Futures Initiative is a community-led program in Hwange District focused on building resilience, improving livelihoods, and promoting sustainable development. Through the Zambezi Water Initiative, the project is harnessing water from the Zambezi River to support household and community gardens, livestock, and reforestation, providing reliable water access for over 900 people while easing the burden on women and children. The Trees for Homesteads program restores degraded land and supports food security by planting fruit, fodder, and indigenous trees, with local nurseries ensuring long-term sustainability. To improve education, Bicycles for Schools helps students, especially girls, travel safely to class, while Early Childhood Development initiatives provide new learning spaces, materials, and teacher training. The Jembwe Community Centre further supports youth and women through vocational training and small business development, creating opportunities for shared learning, empowerment, and lasting community growth.