Project Introduction

Enjojo Farms began in Kibale Forest, Uganda, in 2018, as an idea for protecting local farmers from Elephant raids and bringing money into some of the poorest communities in the country.

Elephant raids in the area are a huge detriment of a farmer’s crop yield, so where possible, trenches are dug around the perimeter of the National Park, to keep them inside the boundaries. Unfortunately, there are bottlenecks of waterlogged land that cannot be dug, so the idea arose, with inspiration from success stories by Dr Lucy King in Kenya and Tanzania, to erect beehive fences, joining the elephant trenches together. We design these apiaries to offer farmers a chance to learn valuable skills, protect their crops and improve their livelihoods, all in one!

So far, however, the plan is in its infancy; hindered by the common complications of working in such a region. Our troubles have slowed us, but we have worked to mitigate them. We have partnered with local farmers, sponsoring their training and providing them with the materials and management needed to become successful beekeepers. We have also designed a sustainable, self-sufficient headquarters where we run training, build hives and live off the land. This will be the site of our upcoming tea and coffee projects, following the same principles as honey; as a lucrative buffer crop and marketable skill. Stay tuned for more of that!

For some historical literature, check out our progress blog, covering the last years of our efforts.

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