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INMED South Africa

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INMED South Africa implements the programme through climate-smart agriculture, aquaponics, food security, nutrition support, school food systems, training, public employment and enterprise pathway support. It works in Eastern Cape, Free State, Gauteng, Limpopo and Northern Cape.

Listed in: Jobs for Nature

Footprint

91 work sites in 16 catchments across . 0 are greening and environment sites, which count for the fund. 42 sites fall inside a strategic water source area.
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  • INMED South Africa sites, sized by count. Nearby sites group together until you zoom in
  • Strategic water source area
  • M10 (Mzimvubu–Tsitsikamma)16
  • M20 (Mzimvubu–Tsitsikamma)16
  • C22 (Vaal)15
  • C25 (Vaal)6
  • C43 (Vaal)6
  • C91 (Vaal)6
  • N13 (Mzimvubu–Tsitsikamma)6
  • N12 (Mzimvubu–Tsitsikamma)4
  • L30 (Mzimvubu–Tsitsikamma)3
  • A21 (Limpopo)2
  • A91 (Limpopo)2
  • C42 (Vaal)2
  • C60 (Vaal)2
  • D42 (Orange)2
  • T70 (Mzimvubu–Tsitsikamma)2
  • M30 (Mzimvubu–Tsitsikamma)1

Site locations are approximate, based on addresses.

Layers: DWS quaternary catchments (CSIR ArcGIS) · SANBI Strategic Water Source Areas 2017 · both queried 7 Oct 2026 · Basemap © OpenStreetMap contributors, greyscale · Catchments without a local name show the DWS tertiary code and water management area

Catchment and water source area for each site come from a spatial join of its geocoded point with the national layers. Not checked on the ground.

Sources: Programme payroll records; DWS quaternary catchments; Strategic Water Source Areas (2017)

People employed

Counted from payroll records. Totals only. No personal data. Participants exclude supervisors, timekeepers and admin. Positive exits are payroll exit reasons, not follow-up.

2,027

different people across 3 rounds · payroll-backed

Sources: Programme payroll records · Repeat participation table

650

worked in two rounds, and 231 in all three

Sources: Programme payroll records · Repeat participation table

0

worked at greening and environment sites, the work this fund pays for

Sources: Programme payroll records · Greening sites only

Whole programme and greening sites only
All roundsParticipantsWomenUnder 35With a disabilityPositive exits
Whole programme2,02752.1%65.1%10635
Greening sites only0%%00
Participants by round
RoundParticipantsWomenUnder 35Left for a jobLeft to studyPermanent job or enterprise
R21,00854.1%65.1%044
R394955.2%63.4%134
R41,07453.4%61.1%1520

Sources: Programme payroll records · Summary and exit reasons by round

Exit reasons as recorded on payroll. There is no follow-up of people after they leave. Positive exits: left for a job, further studies, or permanent employment or enterprise.

Evidence

All 79 results cleared for the demo, grouped by category. Each shows its confidence label, source, page and caveat.

Automated extract, not yet reviewed. These results were extracted automatically from INMED South Africa's reports and have not been checked line by line. INMED South Africa reports are cited by name and page only. They are not published or available for download. Every environmental result is partner-reported. Nothing is independently verified yet.

Food Security & Nutrition (42)

  • Percentage of participants classified as persons with disabilities, Round 3

    8%Partner-reported

    Sources: INMED South Africa close-out report, Round 3 · printedp.1

    Caveat: Automated extract from the partner's reports. Not yet reviewed line by line.

  • Percentage of participants from households with no employed adults, Round 3

    71%Partner-reported

    Sources: INMED South Africa close-out report, Round 3 · printedp.2

    Caveat: Automated extract from the partner's reports. Not yet reviewed line by line.

  • Improvement in biometric attendance rate from previous phase, Round 3

    5%Partner-reported

    Sources: INMED South Africa close-out report, Round 3 · printedp.2

    Caveat: Automated extract from the partner's reports. Not yet reviewed line by line.

  • Percentage of participants who transitioned into permanent employment, Round 3

    7%Partner-reported

    Sources: INMED South Africa close-out report, Round 3 · printedp.2

    Caveat: Automated extract from the partner's reports. Not yet reviewed line by line.

  • Additional seedlings produced this phase, Round 3

    560,716 seedlingsPartner-reported

    Sources: INMED South Africa close-out report, Round 3 · printedp.2

    Caveat: Automated extract from the partner's reports. Not yet reviewed line by line.

  • Cumulative seedlings produced across both phases, Round 3

    1,050,000 seedlingsPartner-reported

    Sources: INMED South Africa close-out report, Round 3 · printedp.2

    Caveat: Automated extract from the partner's reports. Not yet reviewed line by line. Cumulative figure.

  • Cumulative harvest across both phases (tons), Round 3

    118 tonsPartner-reported

    Sources: INMED South Africa close-out report, Round 3 · printedp.2

    Caveat: Automated extract from the partner's reports. Not yet reviewed line by line. Cumulative figure.

  • Cumulative value of harvest across both phases, Round 3

    2,908,337 ZARPartner-reported

    Sources: INMED South Africa close-out report, Round 3 · printedp.2

    Caveat: Automated extract from the partner's reports. Not yet reviewed line by line. Cumulative figure.

  • Percentage of respondents agreeing on gender equal access (post gender-awareness module assessment), Round 3

    100%Partner-reported

    Sources: INMED South Africa close-out report, Round 3 · printedp.2

    Caveat: Automated extract from the partner's reports. Not yet reviewed line by line.

  • Job opportunities created under Food Security and Nutrition thematic area, Round 3

    680 jobsPartner-reported

    Sources: INMED South Africa close-out report, Round 3 · printedp.3

    Caveat: Automated extract from the partner's reports. Not yet reviewed line by line.

  • Value of fresh produce harvested under Thematic Area 1, Round 3

    500,000 ZARPartner-reported

    Sources: INMED South Africa close-out report, Round 3 · printedp.3

    Caveat: Automated extract from the partner's reports. Not yet reviewed line by line.

  • Social employment opportunities created under Thematic Area 2 (Education Support), Round 3

    399 opportunitiesPartner-reported

    Sources: INMED South Africa close-out report, Round 3 · printedp.3

    Caveat: Automated extract from the partner's reports. Not yet reviewed line by line.

  • Number of participants who left the programme, Round 3

    79 participantsPartner-reported

    Sources: INMED South Africa close-out report, Round 3 · printedp.4

    Caveat: Automated extract from the partner's reports. Not yet reviewed line by line.

  • % of participants who have taken up studies as a result of the programme, Round 3

    2%Partner-reported

    Sources: INMED South Africa close-out report, Round 3 · printedp.4

    Caveat: Automated extract from the partner's reports. Not yet reviewed line by line.

  • Participants completing 20 credits toward National Certificate in Mixed Farming Systems (skills narrative), Round 3

    257 participantsPartner-reported

    Sources: INMED South Africa close-out report, Round 3 · printedp.4

    Caveat: Automated extract from the partner's reports. Not yet reviewed line by line.

  • Participants who received structured training in aquaponics, Round 3

    685 participantsPartner-reported

    Sources: INMED South Africa close-out report, Round 3 · printedp.4

    Caveat: Automated extract from the partner's reports. Not yet reviewed line by line.

  • Participants who completed honours degree in Agriculture Management at Nelson Mandela University, Round 3

    7 participantsPartner-reported

    Sources: INMED South Africa close-out report, Round 3 · printedp.4

    Caveat: Automated extract from the partner's reports. Not yet reviewed line by line.

  • Participants who enrolled in full time education (skills/pathways narrative), Round 3

    8 participantsPartner-reported

    Sources: INMED South Africa close-out report, Round 3 · printedp.4

    Caveat: Automated extract from the partner's reports. Not yet reviewed line by line.

  • Programme Impact Indicator 1: Number of social employment opportunities created with the programme assistance, Round 3

    1,079 opportunitiesPartner-reported

    Sources: INMED South Africa close-out report, Round 3 · printedp.10

    Caveat: Automated extract from the partner's reports. Not yet reviewed line by line.

  • Programme Impact Indicator 2: Number of individuals who have received short-term agricultural sector productivity or food security training including aquaponics, Round 3

    937 participantsPartner-reported

    Sources: INMED South Africa close-out report, Round 3 · printedp.10

    Caveat: Automated extract from the partner's reports. Not yet reviewed line by line.

  • Programme Impact Indicator 3: Number of food production units strengthened or established to improve access to fresh foods, Round 3

    31 food production unitsPartner-reported

    Sources: INMED South Africa close-out report, Round 3 · printedp.10

    Caveat: Automated extract from the partner's reports. Not yet reviewed line by line.

  • Programme Impact Indicator 4: Units of food harvested and donated to vulnerable individuals (Kg), Round 3

    87,934 kgPartner-reported

    Sources: INMED South Africa close-out report, Round 3 · printedp.10

    Caveat: Automated extract from the partner's reports. Not yet reviewed line by line.

  • Programme Impact Indicator 5: Value of produce harvested and donated to vulnerable individuals (ZAR), Round 3

    2,198,350 ZARPartner-reported

    Sources: INMED South Africa close-out report, Round 3 · printedp.10

    Caveat: Automated extract from the partner's reports. Not yet reviewed line by line.

  • Programme Impact Indicator 6: Percentage of female participants benefiting from social employment opportunities created through the programme, Round 3

    52 opportunitiesPartner-reported

    Sources: INMED South Africa close-out report, Round 3 · printedp.11

    Caveat: Automated extract from the partner's reports. Not yet reviewed line by line.

  • Number of individuals who have received short-term agricultural sector productivity or food security training including aquaponics, Round 4, Q1

    23 individualsPartner-reported

    Sources: INMED South Africa quarterly report, Round 4 · printedp.7

    Caveat: Automated extract from the partner's reports. Not yet reviewed line by line. Period figure; do not add to close-out totals.

  • Number of food production units strengthened or established to improve access to fresh foods, Round 4, Q1

    37 unitsPartner-reported

    Sources: INMED South Africa quarterly report, Round 4 · printedp.7

    Caveat: Automated extract from the partner's reports. Not yet reviewed line by line. Period figure; do not add to close-out totals.

  • Units of food harvested and donated to vulnerable individuals (Kg), Round 4, Q1

    14,535 KgPartner-reported

    Sources: INMED South Africa quarterly report, Round 4 · printedp.7

    Caveat: Automated extract from the partner's reports. Not yet reviewed line by line. Period figure; do not add to close-out totals.

  • Value of produce harvested and donated to vulnerable individuals (ZAR), Round 4, Q1

    508,725 ZARPartner-reported

    Sources: INMED South Africa quarterly report, Round 4 · printedp.7

    Caveat: Automated extract from the partner's reports. Not yet reviewed line by line. Period figure; do not add to close-out totals.

  • Number of people benefiting from strengthened or newly established food production units through improved access to fresh food, Round 4, Q1

    10,101 peoplePartner-reported

    Sources: INMED South Africa quarterly report, Round 4 · printedp.7

    Caveat: Automated extract from the partner's reports. Not yet reviewed line by line. Period figure; do not add to close-out totals.

  • R 3.1 million from the Aggeneys & Koonkonsies II Solar Facility Community Trust to support the expansion of the Pella Food Garden project in the Northern Cape, Round 4, Q1

    3,100,000 ZARPartner-reported

    Sources: INMED South Africa quarterly report, Round 4 · printed narrative, Executive Progress Report Summary - Achievements and Major Milestones

    Caveat: Automated extract from the partner's reports. Not yet reviewed line by line. Period figure; do not add to close-out totals.

  • Partner organisation Arm in Arm in Africa committed R400,000 toward the saffron project in Nieu Bethesda and the community food garden initiative in Malungeni, Round 4, Q1

    400,000 ZARPartner-reported

    Sources: INMED South Africa quarterly report, Round 4 · printed narrative, 7. Sustainability Prospects

    Caveat: Automated extract from the partner's reports. Not yet reviewed line by line. Period figure; do not add to close-out totals.

  • Tools, project materials, and seeds were procured and distributed to 21 community-based food production sites, Round 4, Q1

    21 sitesPartner-reported

    Sources: INMED South Africa quarterly report, Round 4 · printed narrative, Thematic Area 1 – Food Security and Nutrition

    Caveat: Automated extract from the partner's reports. Not yet reviewed line by line. Period figure; do not add to close-out totals.

  • A total of 9,732 kilograms of fresh produce were harvested during the reporting period, including spinach, spring onions, leafy greens, peaches, and mixed vegetables, and distributed to schools, community feeding schemes, and vulnerable households, Round 4, Q1

    9,732 KgPartner-reported

    Sources: INMED South Africa quarterly report, Round 4 · printed narrative, Thematic Area 1 – Food Security and Nutrition

    Caveat: Automated extract from the partner's reports. Not yet reviewed line by line. Period figure; do not add to close-out totals.

  • Aquaponics structural repairs were completed in three localities, including the installation of shade netting structures in Soweto and the construction of a new multi-span greenhouse nursery, also in Soweto, Round 4, Q1

    3 localitiesPartner-reported

    Sources: INMED South Africa quarterly report, Round 4 · printed narrative, Thematic Area 1 – Food Security and Nutrition

    Caveat: Automated extract from the partner's reports. Not yet reviewed line by line. Period figure; do not add to close-out totals.

  • New project localities were established in Malungeni and Mbange villages in Nyandeni, Eastern Cape, with production infrastructure set up, including a seedling nursery and shade net structures, Round 4, Q1

    2 localitiesPartner-reported

    Sources: INMED South Africa quarterly report, Round 4 · printed narrative, Thematic Area 1 – Food Security and Nutrition

    Caveat: Automated extract from the partner's reports. Not yet reviewed line by line. Period figure; do not add to close-out totals.

  • Number of food production units strengthened or established to improve access to fresh foods, Round 4

    37 unitsPartner-reported

    Sources: INMED South Africa quarterly report, Round 4 · printed p.8

    Caveat: Automated extract from the partner's reports. Not yet reviewed line by line. Period figure; do not add to close-out totals.

  • Units of food harvested and donated to vulnerable individuals (Kg), Round 4

    34,071 KgPartner-reported

    Sources: INMED South Africa quarterly report, Round 4 · printed p.8

    Caveat: Automated extract from the partner's reports. Not yet reviewed line by line. Period figure; do not add to close-out totals.

  • Value of produce harvested and donated to vulnerable individuals (ZAR), Round 4

    1,192,485 ZARPartner-reported

    Sources: INMED South Africa quarterly report, Round 4 · printed p.8

    Caveat: Automated extract from the partner's reports. Not yet reviewed line by line. Period figure; do not add to close-out totals.

  • Number of individuals who have received short-term agricultural sector productivity or food security training including aquaponics, Round 4

    155 individualsPartner-reported

    Sources: INMED South Africa quarterly report, Round 4 · printed p.8

    Caveat: Automated extract from the partner's reports. Not yet reviewed line by line. Period figure; do not add to close-out totals.

  • Number of people benefiting from strengthened or newly established food production units through improved access to fresh food, Round 4

    31,009 peoplePartner-reported

    Sources: INMED South Africa quarterly report, Round 4 · printed p.8

    Caveat: Automated extract from the partner's reports. Not yet reviewed line by line. Period figure; do not add to close-out totals.

  • A total of 178 participants successfully completed 20 credits towards a National Certificate in Mixed Farming Systems, Round 4

    178 participantsPartner-reported

    Sources: INMED South Africa quarterly report, Round 4 · printed p.2

    Caveat: Automated extract from the partner's reports. Not yet reviewed line by line. Period figure; do not add to close-out totals.

  • A total of 41 participants completed 20 credits of accredited training towards the National Certificate in Mixed Farming Systems, Round 4

    41 participantsPartner-reported

    Sources: INMED South Africa quarterly report, Round 4 · printed p.3

    Caveat: Automated extract from the partner's reports. Not yet reviewed line by line. Period figure; do not add to close-out totals.

Micro Enterprise Development (3)

  • Percentage/number of participants who started home-based entrepreneurial ventures using the programme income, Round 3

    583 participantsPartner-reported

    Sources: INMED South Africa close-out report, Round 3 · printedp.2

    Caveat: Automated extract from the partner's reports. Not yet reviewed line by line.

  • % of participants who have moved onto better roles as a result of the programme (higher paying/longer-term work), Round 3

    7.32%Partner-reported

    Sources: INMED South Africa close-out report, Round 3 · printedp.4

    Caveat: Automated extract from the partner's reports. Not yet reviewed line by line.

  • % of participants who have started or been able to sustain enterprise as a result of the programme, Round 3

    54.04%Partner-reported

    Sources: INMED South Africa close-out report, Round 3 · printedp.4

    Caveat: Automated extract from the partner's reports. Not yet reviewed line by line.

Organisational Capacity & Sustainability (6)

  • Co-funding secured from partners, Round 3

    5,250,000 ZARPartner-reported

    Sources: INMED South Africa close-out report, Round 3 · printedp.2

    Caveat: Automated extract from the partner's reports. Not yet reviewed line by line.

  • Total participant income received during the programme 3, Round 3

    18,236,828 ZARPartner-reported

    Sources: INMED South Africa close-out report, Round 3 · printedp.6

    Caveat: Automated extract from the partner's reports. Not yet reviewed line by line.

  • Twenty-eight of the planned 31 localities were successfully launched, with committed support from government departments and other key stakeholders, Round 4, Q1

    28 localitiesPartner-reported

    Sources: INMED South Africa quarterly report, Round 4 · printed narrative, Executive Progress Report Summary - Achievements and Major Milestones

    Caveat: Automated extract from the partner's reports. Not yet reviewed line by line. Period figure; do not add to close-out totals.

  • INMED South Africa was announced as a finalist in the Zayed Sustainability Prize, securing USD 100,000 to support scaling activities, Round 4, Q1

    100,000 USDPartner-reported

    Sources: INMED South Africa quarterly report, Round 4 · printed narrative, Executive Progress Report Summary - Achievements and Major Milestones

    Caveat: Automated extract from the partner's reports. Not yet reviewed line by line. Period figure; do not add to close-out totals.

  • Fifty percent of the funding required to procure 150,000 saffron corms has been secured and an order placed, in preparation for scaling the pilot initiative in Nieu Bethesda, Round 4, Q1

    50%Partner-reported

    Sources: INMED South Africa quarterly report, Round 4 · printed narrative, Executive Progress Report Summary - Achievements and Major Milestones

    Caveat: Automated extract from the partner's reports. Not yet reviewed line by line. Period figure; do not add to close-out totals.

  • R 600,000 in co-funding was secured from Woolworth's Community Inclusive Justice Initiative, Round 4

    600,000 ZARPartner-reported

    Sources: INMED South Africa quarterly report, Round 4 · printed p.2

    Caveat: Automated extract from the partner's reports. Not yet reviewed line by line. Period figure; do not add to close-out totals.

Pathways & Livelihoods (4)

  • Number of social employment opportunities created with the programme assistance, Round 4, Q1

    793 opportunitiesPartner-reported

    Sources: INMED South Africa quarterly report, Round 4 · printedp.7

    Caveat: Automated extract from the partner's reports. Not yet reviewed line by line. Period figure; do not add to close-out totals.

  • Number of social employment opportunities created with the programme assistance, Round 4

    946 opportunitiesPartner-reported

    Sources: INMED South Africa quarterly report, Round 4 · printed p.8

    Caveat: Automated extract from the partner's reports. Not yet reviewed line by line. Period figure; do not add to close-out totals.

  • Percentage of female participants benefiting from social employment opportunities created through the programme, Round 4

    51.3%Partner-reported

    Sources: INMED South Africa quarterly report, Round 4 · printed p.8

    Caveat: Automated extract from the partner's reports. Not yet reviewed line by line. Period figure; do not add to close-out totals.

  • with 8 leaving for better job opportunities, Round 4

    8 participantsPartner-reported

    Sources: INMED South Africa quarterly report, Round 4 · printed p.4

    Caveat: Automated extract from the partner's reports. Not yet reviewed line by line. Period figure; do not add to close-out totals.

Disability Inclusion (1)

  • A total of 793 social employment participants were onboarded during the reporting period, including youth, women, and persons with disabilities, Round 4, Q1

    793 participantsPartner-reported

    Sources: INMED South Africa quarterly report, Round 4 · printed narrative, Executive Progress Report Summary - Achievements and Major Milestones

    Caveat: Automated extract from the partner's reports. Not yet reviewed line by line. Period figure; do not add to close-out totals.

Placemaking (1)

  • R 3 million from the Trevor Noah Foundation for the establishment of aquaponics infrastructure in Soweto, Nieu Bethesda, and Platfontein, Round 4, Q1

    3,000,000 ZARPartner-reported

    Sources: INMED South Africa quarterly report, Round 4 · printed narrative, Executive Progress Report Summary - Achievements and Major Milestones

    Caveat: Automated extract from the partner's reports. Not yet reviewed line by line. Period figure; do not add to close-out totals.

Education (6)

  • Tools, project materials, and seeds were procured and distributed to 11 school-based food production sites, Round 4, Q1

    11 sitesPartner-reported

    Sources: INMED South Africa quarterly report, Round 4 · printed narrative, Thematic Area 2 - Education

    Caveat: Automated extract from the partner's reports. Not yet reviewed line by line. Period figure; do not add to close-out totals.

  • A total of 4,803 kilograms of fresh vegetables were harvested and used to augment school feeding programmes, Round 4, Q1

    4,803 KgPartner-reported

    Sources: INMED South Africa quarterly report, Round 4 · printed narrative, Thematic Area 2 - Education

    Caveat: Automated extract from the partner's reports. Not yet reviewed line by line. Period figure; do not add to close-out totals.

  • A 1,200 m² shade net structure with drip irrigation was installed at Lettie de Klerk in Nieu Bethesda, Round 4

    1,200 m²Partner-reported

    Sources: INMED South Africa quarterly report, Round 4 · printed p.4

    Caveat: Automated extract from the partner's reports. Not yet reviewed line by line. Period figure; do not add to close-out totals.

  • The Nelson Mandela University InnoVenton Technology Demonstration Centre donated a 2,000 m² greenhouse structure, Round 4

    2,000 m²Partner-reported

    Sources: INMED South Africa quarterly report, Round 4 · printed p.4

    Caveat: Automated extract from the partner's reports. Not yet reviewed line by line. Period figure; do not add to close-out totals.

  • a total of 55 participants within the Education theme completed 20 credits towards the National Certificate in Mixed Farming Systems, Round 4

    55 participantsPartner-reported

    Sources: INMED South Africa quarterly report, Round 4 · printed p.4

    Caveat: Automated extract from the partner's reports. Not yet reviewed line by line. Period figure; do not add to close-out totals.

  • Two skilled participants secured full-time employment in the public sector, within the Department of Education and the Department of Agriculture, Round 4

    2 participantsPartner-reported

    Sources: INMED South Africa quarterly report, Round 4 · printed p.4

    Caveat: Automated extract from the partner's reports. Not yet reviewed line by line. Period figure; do not add to close-out totals.

Digital Inclusion (1)

  • the programme site supervisors equipped with essential computer skills for effective reporting, communication, and data management in their daily operations, Round 4

    25 supervisorsPartner-reported

    Sources: INMED South Africa quarterly report, Round 4 · printed p.8

    Caveat: Automated extract from the partner's reports. Not yet reviewed line by line. Period figure; do not add to close-out totals.

Greening & Environment (1)

  • 25,000 Saffron corms were planted in Nieu Bethesda, Round 4

    25,000 cormsPartner-reported

    Sources: INMED South Africa quarterly report, Round 4 · printed p.2

    Caveat: Automated extract from the partner's reports. Not yet reviewed line by line. Period figure; do not add to close-out totals.

Executive Summary and Theory of Change (3)

  • Seedlings produced through new and revamped seedlings nursery systems, Round 2

    560,716 seedlingsPartner-reported

    Sources: INMED South Africa close-out report, Round 2 · printedp.2

    Caveat: Automated extract from the partner's reports. Not yet reviewed line by line.

  • Vulnerable individuals with enhanced access to food, Round 2

    78,773 peoplePartner-reported

    Sources: INMED South Africa close-out report, Round 2 · printedp.2

    Caveat: Automated extract from the partner's reports. Not yet reviewed line by line.

  • Participants receiving participatory AgriSETA aligned training in agri-aquaculture, Round 2

    756 participantsPartner-reported

    Sources: INMED South Africa close-out report, Round 2 · printedp.2

    Caveat: Automated extract from the partner's reports. Not yet reviewed line by line.

Thematic Area 1: Food Security and Nutrition (2)

  • Participants recruited to participate in Food Security and Nutrition thematic area, Round 2

    865 participantsPartner-reported

    Sources: INMED South Africa close-out report, Round 2 · printed p.3, Thematic Area 1

    Caveat: Automated extract from the partner's reports. Not yet reviewed line by line.

  • Participants benefiting from climate-smart agriculture and aquaponics training across food security locations, Round 2

    497 participantsPartner-reported

    Sources: INMED South Africa close-out report, Round 2 · printed p.3, Thematic Area 1

    Caveat: Automated extract from the partner's reports. Not yet reviewed line by line.

Thematic Area 2: Education (2)

  • Participants recruited and receiving social employment opportunities in educational facilities, Round 2

    427 participantsPartner-reported

    Sources: INMED South Africa close-out report, Round 2 · printedpp.3-4

    Caveat: Automated extract from the partner's reports. Not yet reviewed line by line.

  • Participants receiving climate-smart agriculture including aquaponics training in education theme, Round 2

    259 participantsPartner-reported

    Sources: INMED South Africa close-out report, Round 2 · printedpp.3-4

    Caveat: Automated extract from the partner's reports. Not yet reviewed line by line.

Skills acquired and pathways for participants (1)

  • Number of participants who left the programme, Round 2

    178 participantsPartner-reported

    Sources: INMED South Africa close-out report, Round 2 · printed p.4, Page 4 table 1

    Caveat: Automated extract from the partner's reports. Not yet reviewed line by line.

Food security (4)

  • Programme Impact Indicator 1 Number of social employment opportunities created with the programme assistance, Round 2

    1,292 opportunitiesPartner-reported

    Sources: INMED South Africa close-out report, Round 2 · printedp.9

    Caveat: Automated extract from the partner's reports. Not yet reviewed line by line.

  • Programme Impact Indicator 3 Number of food production units strengthened or established to improve access to fresh foods, Round 2

    29 unitsPartner-reported

    Sources: INMED South Africa close-out report, Round 2 · printedp.9

    Caveat: Automated extract from the partner's reports. Not yet reviewed line by line.

  • Programme Impact Indicator 4 Units of food harvested and donated to vulnerable individuals (Kg), Round 2

    28,339 KgPartner-reported

    Sources: INMED South Africa close-out report, Round 2 · printedp.9

    Caveat: Automated extract from the partner's reports. Not yet reviewed line by line.

  • Programme Impact Indicator 5 Value of produce harvested and donated to vulnerable individuals (ZAR), Round 2

    709,987 ZARPartner-reported

    Sources: INMED South Africa close-out report, Round 2 · printedp.9

    Caveat: Automated extract from the partner's reports. Not yet reviewed line by line.

Community Care and GBV Theme: (2)

  • Programme Impact Indicator 1 Percentage of female participants benefiting from social employment opportunities created through the programme, Round 2

    58 percentPartner-reported

    Sources: INMED South Africa close-out report, Round 2 · printedp.10

    Caveat: Automated extract from the partner's reports. Not yet reviewed line by line.

  • Programme Impact Indicator 2 Percentage of partipants reporting increased agreement with the concept that males and females should have equal access to social, economic, and political resources and opportunities, Round 2

    100 percentPartner-reported

    Sources: INMED South Africa close-out report, Round 2 · printedp.10

    Caveat: Automated extract from the partner's reports. Not yet reviewed line by line.

Labels used: Partner-reported Payroll-confirmed Independently verified (none yet)

Finance-readiness checklist

What funders usually ask for, and where INMED South Africa stands. An automated checklist: items marked Not assessed have not been reviewed yet.

  • Baselines

    Not assessed

    Not yet reviewed.

  • Work locations

    Partial

    91 sites from geocoded addresses; 0 are greening and environment sites. No GPS or work polygons.

  • Costs

    Not assessed

    Not yet reviewed.

  • Land rights

    Not assessed

    Not yet reviewed.

  • Permits

    Not assessed

    Not yet reviewed.

  • Monitoring

    Not assessed

    Not yet reviewed.

  • Evidence of water benefit

    Missing

    No measured or modelled water benefit.

  • Employment after exit (3 and 6 months)

    Missing

    Payroll records exit reasons only. No follow-up after people leave.

  • Independent verification

    Missing

    Environmental results are self-reported. People numbers come from payroll.

  • Buyer or payer interest

    Not assessed

    Not yet reviewed.

  • Contracted revenue

    Not assessed

    Not yet reviewed.

What INMED South Africa says about its programme

Statements from INMED South Africa's own reports, labelled as intended or reported. Not verified. Automated extract, not yet reviewed.
Outcomes INMED South Africa aims for or reports (10)

  • Saffricon commercial saffron production pilot in Nieu Bethesda projected to generate in excess of R2 million by Year 3, securing longer-term employment for participants.

    Intended outcome · Round 4 · INMED South Africa quarterly report, Round 4

  • Expansion of Pella Food Garden production capacity opens opportunities for sustained employment beyond [the programme] participation.

    Reported by the partner · Round 4 · INMED South Africa quarterly report, Round 4

  • Aquaponics infrastructure deployment in three localities creates pathways for youth participants into skills-based food production and enterprise development.

    Reported by the partner · Round 4 · INMED South Africa quarterly report, Round 4

  • transition from short-term opportunities into sustainable livelihoods and income-generating activities

    Reported by the partner · Round 4 · INMED South Africa quarterly report, Round 4

  • Climate-smart agriculture capacity, women-focused skills development and adaptive agriculture technology are expected to improve access to fresh nutritious food.

    Intended outcome · Round 2 · INMED South Africa close-out report, Round 2

  • Employment opportunities and skills are expected to support self-esteem, economic gains and alternative pathways.

    Intended outcome · Round 2 · INMED South Africa close-out report, Round 2

  • The source claims 1,292 employment opportunities and 8% disability inclusion.

    Reported by the partner · Round 2 · INMED South Africa close-out report, Round 2

  • The source reports better-role transitions among participants who left the programme.

    Reported by the partner · Round 2 · INMED South Africa close-out report, Round 2

  • communities will be better positioned to establish and sustain resilient food systems that improve access to fresh, nutritious food for vulnerable individuals in marginalised areas

    Intended outcome · Round 3 · INMED South Africa close-out report, Round 3

  • participants would benefit economically and also gain self-esteem, recognition, and respect from their communities emerging as role models and agents of change in the process

    Reported by the partner · Round 3 · INMED South Africa close-out report, Round 3

Lessons INMED South Africa reports (9)

  • Adaptive infrastructure helped maintain production despite weather conditions.

    Reported by the partner · Round 2 · INMED South Africa close-out report, Round 2

  • Activities that increase productivity and potentially profit while minimizing effort help retain youth in agricultural-related projects.

    Reported by the partner · Round 2 · INMED South Africa close-out report, Round 2

  • Government support mechanisms can assist entrepreneurial activities among participants.

    Reported by the partner · Round 2 · INMED South Africa close-out report, Round 2

  • Collaborative agricultural practices can transform communities and support inclusive growth.

    Reported by the partner · Round 2 · INMED South Africa close-out report, Round 2

  • Training modules need accreditation partnerships to improve professional growth.

    Reported by the partner · Round 2 · INMED South Africa close-out report, Round 2

  • System resilience to adverse weather and technology adoption matter for productivity.

    Reported by the partner · Round 2 · INMED South Africa close-out report, Round 2

  • Self-reliance requires targeted enterprise support and partnerships.

    Reported by the partner · Round 2 · INMED South Africa close-out report, Round 2

  • a significant number of participants, particularly youth, had completed secondary schooling but lacked the financial means, information, or support to access post-secondary education or training opportunities

    Reported by the partner · Round 3 · INMED South Africa close-out report, Round 3

  • The limited duration of social employment contracts constrained participants' ability to complete accredited, in-person training programmes on Mixed Farming Systems

    Reported by the partner · Round 3 · INMED South Africa close-out report, Round 3

Barriers INMED South Africa reports (19)

  • Some participants reached the maximum allowable participation days during recruitment, requiring retention exceptions for knowledge transfer, operational continuity, and assistance to participants with disabilities.

    Reported by the partner · Round 4 · INMED South Africa quarterly report, Round 4

  • Extreme weather conditions, including heatwaves, flooding, and heavy rainfall, were experienced during the reporting period.

    Reported by the partner · Round 4 · INMED South Africa quarterly report, Round 4

  • An increase in administrative errors was identified during payroll processing, raising operational concerns.

    Reported by the partner · Round 4 · INMED South Africa quarterly report, Round 4

  • Delays in co-funding disbursements or shortfalls in anticipated external funding (Rating: Amber) - Impact: Slowed implementation of infrastructure upgrades and production activities.

    Reported by the partner · Round 4 · INMED South Africa quarterly report, Round 4

  • Community expectations exceeding programme scope, e.g. demand for permanent employment or expanded support (Rating: Amber) - Impact: Community dissatisfaction, tension, or reduced cooperation.

    Reported by the partner · Round 4 · INMED South Africa quarterly report, Round 4

  • Extreme weather events (heatwaves, flooding, heavy rainfall) impacting food production (Rating: High) - Impact: Crop losses, delayed production, reduced food output.

    Reported by the partner · Round 4 · INMED South Africa quarterly report, Round 4

  • Water availability remained a significant challenge in some of the regions

    Reported by the partner · Round 4 · INMED South Africa quarterly report, Round 4

  • participants who had started small enterprises continued to report challenges in accessing seed funding to scale their initiatives

    Reported by the partner · Round 4 · INMED South Africa quarterly report, Round 4

  • Challenges were observed during training, particularly among learners with disabilities and those requiring more time to grasp concepts

    Reported by the partner · Round 4 · INMED South Africa quarterly report, Round 4

  • Pest and dieses infestation (Rating: High) - Crop loses and delayed production

    Reported by the partner · Round 4 · INMED South Africa quarterly report, Round 4

  • Produce theft and vandalism (Rating: Amber) - System instability and production risk

    Reported by the partner · Round 4 · INMED South Africa quarterly report, Round 4

  • Infrastructure leaks (grow beds and tanks) (Rating: Amber) - Water loses and reduced efficiency

    Reported by the partner · Round 4 · INMED South Africa quarterly report, Round 4

  • Severe weather conditions, including heatwaves and hailstorms, posed significant threats to crops.

    Reported by the partner · Round 2 · INMED South Africa close-out report, Round 2

  • Participants need formal accreditation/certification to improve employability.

    Reported by the partner · Round 2 · INMED South Africa close-out report, Round 2

  • Aquaponics and climate-smart agriculture infrastructure needs continued maintenance and enhancement.

    Reported by the partner · Round 2 · INMED South Africa close-out report, Round 2

  • Entrepreneurial participants need business development training, mentorship and access to finance.

    Reported by the partner · Round 2 · INMED South Africa close-out report, Round 2

  • lacked the financial means, information, or support to access post-secondary education or training opportunities

    Reported by the partner · Round 3 · INMED South Africa close-out report, Round 3

  • The limited duration of social employment contracts constrained participants' ability to complete accredited, in-person training programmes; contact time and logistical constraints were major barriers

    Reported by the partner · Round 3 · INMED South Africa close-out report, Round 3

  • limited time for accredited training, constrained post-programme pathways

    Reported by the partner · Round 3 · INMED South Africa close-out report, Round 3

How INMED South Africa adapted (11)

  • A motivation was submitted to and approved by the Industrial Development Corporation; arrangements are underway to contract and onboard these participants.

    Reported by the partner · Round 4 · INMED South Africa quarterly report, Round 4

  • Mitigation measures such as raised beds, improved drainage trenches, and crop replanting were implemented.

    Reported by the partner · Round 4 · INMED South Africa quarterly report, Round 4

  • Targeted training sessions were conducted for site supervisors and site administrators, supported by the recording and distribution of video-based training materials.

    Reported by the partner · Round 4 · INMED South Africa quarterly report, Round 4

  • Phased implementation aligned to confirmed funding and regular cash-flow monitoring.

    Reported by the partner · Round 4 · INMED South Africa quarterly report, Round 4

  • Ongoing stakeholder engagement, clear communication of [the programme] objectives and limitations and involvement of community leadership structures.

    Reported by the partner · Round 4 · INMED South Africa quarterly report, Round 4

  • Climate-smart mitigation measures including raised beds, drainage systems, crop replanting, and adaptive production planning.

    Reported by the partner · Round 4 · INMED South Africa quarterly report, Round 4

  • In Willowmore, an old borehole that had never been equipped was cleaned and fitted, restoring access to a reliable source of clean water; in Pella (Northern Cape) and Mubvhumoni (Limpopo) teams prioritised water conservation practices and adjusted planting schedules

    Reported by the partner · Round 4 · INMED South Africa quarterly report, Round 4

  • in collaboration with Arm in Arm in Africa, an art auction is being organised in Minnesota, United States next quarter; proceeds will be used to establish a concessional financing programme to support emerging enterprises

    Intended outcome · Round 4 · INMED South Africa quarterly report, Round 4

  • training sessions were adapted and, where necessary, conducted separately to better accommodate slower-paced learners and ensure more inclusive and effective participation

    Reported by the partner · Round 4 · INMED South Africa quarterly report, Round 4

  • organised information sessions in partnership with local universities, TVET colleges, and bursary administrators

    Reported by the partner · Round 3 · INMED South Africa close-out report, Round 3

  • Participants were encouraged to complete training modules at their own pace, and efforts were made to identify and partner with accessible online learning platforms

    Reported by the partner · Round 3 · INMED South Africa close-out report, Round 3

Recommendations from INMED South Africa (19)

  • Adopting integrated pest and diseases management programs.

    Reported by the partner · Round 4 · INMED South Africa quarterly report, Round 4

  • Community inclusion awareness and improving security on all localities

    Reported by the partner · Round 4 · INMED South Africa quarterly report, Round 4

  • Repair leaks in grow beds and fish tanks or replacement of pipes

    Reported by the partner · Round 4 · INMED South Africa quarterly report, Round 4

  • Make aquaponics and climate-smart agriculture technology accessible to youth beneficiaries.

    Reported by the partner · Round 2 · INMED South Africa close-out report, Round 2

  • Continue information sessions and support connections for self-reliance.

    Reported by the partner · Round 2 · INMED South Africa close-out report, Round 2

  • Secure formal accreditation and certification.

    Reported by the partner · Round 2 · INMED South Africa close-out report, Round 2

  • Invest in infrastructure development and technological advancement.

    Reported by the partner · Round 2 · INMED South Africa close-out report, Round 2

  • Provide enterprise training, mentorship and financial-resource access.

    Reported by the partner · Round 2 · INMED South Africa close-out report, Round 2

  • Strengthen post-project pathways (e.g., enterprise support or market access).

    Reported by the partner · Round 3 · INMED South Africa close-out report, Round 3

  • Improve site-level yield monitoring.

    Reported by the partner · Round 3 · INMED South Africa close-out report, Round 3

  • Integrate nutrition education to enhance dietary outcomes.

    Reported by the partner · Round 3 · INMED South Africa close-out report, Round 3

  • Expand the food production component with more structured post-harvest handling or agro-processing training.

    Reported by the partner · Round 3 · INMED South Africa close-out report, Round 3

  • Strengthen coordination with school management to optimise participant roles.

    Reported by the partner · Round 3 · INMED South Africa close-out report, Round 3

  • Establish progression pathways into agro-processing, school nutrition suppliers, ECD, or agricultural education roles.

    Reported by the partner · Round 3 · INMED South Africa close-out report, Round 3

  • the programme should embed early career guidance and linkages to higher education institutions as a core component of youth engagement strategies

    Intended outcome · Round 3 · INMED South Africa close-out report, Round 3

  • Future phase should incorporate modular, self-paced online learning options and explore accreditation partnerships with digital or TVET education providers

    Intended outcome · Round 3 · INMED South Africa close-out report, Round 3

  • Expand access to accredited learning by leveraging online and blended delivery models that accommodate part-time participation. Ensure credits earned can contribute to full qualifications aligned with industry needs.

    Reported by the partner · Round 3 · INMED South Africa close-out report, Round 3

  • Strengthen entrepreneurship components by providing continued business development support, market linkages, and access to seed funding especially in sectors like agribusiness.

    Reported by the partner · Round 3 · INMED South Africa close-out report, Round 3

  • Establish a post-programme participant tracking and support mechanism to monitor transitions, offer continued mentorship, and capture long-term impact.

    Reported by the partner · Round 3 · INMED South Africa close-out report, Round 3

Sustainability, as INMED South Africa reports it (7)

  • Just over R6 million in funding commitments were secured from private sector and philanthropic partners, including R3.1 million from the Aggeneys & Koonkonsies II Solar Facility Community Trust and R3 million from the Trevor Noah Foundation.

    Reported by the partner · Round 4 · INMED South Africa quarterly report, Round 4

  • Partner organisation Arm in Arm in Africa committed R400,000 toward the saffron project in Nieu Bethesda and the community food garden initiative in Malungeni, further strengthening prospects for long-term employment creation and local enterprise development.

    Reported by the partner · Round 4 · INMED South Africa quarterly report, Round 4

  • Across thematic areas such as food security and education support, the project has left behind food systems including aquaponics infrastructure that continue to produce food and promote nutrition awareness.

    Reported by the partner · Round 3 · INMED South Africa close-out report, Round 3

  • In Platfontein, Northern Cape, a commercial size aquaponics system has been established and is already in continuous production beyond the term of the programme.

    Reported by the partner · Round 3 · INMED South Africa close-out report, Round 3

  • The project equipped over a thousand participants with practical, transferable skills in agriculture, environmental care, and entrepreneurship. Many of these participants, particularly youth and women, gained a renewed sense of agency and work-readiness.

    Reported by the partner · Round 3 · INMED South Africa close-out report, Round 3

  • While social employment is inherently time-bound, several mechanisms have been put in place to sustain the momentum. For an example, some of the participants who launched or strengthened income-generating activities were linked to ongoing business development support through the Small Enterprise Development and Finance Agency. Co-funding has been secured from Arm in Arm in Africa to scale safron production in Nieu Bethesda.

    Reported by the partner · Round 3 · INMED South Africa close-out report, Round 3

  • All unspent funds from the programme will be fully channelled towards contracted Grant Activities in line with the approved budget framework. Specifically, the remaining balance will be used to settle project management fees and outstanding operational expenses that were initially covered through INMED South Africa's internal operations account to ensure continuity of implementation.

    Intended outcome · Round 3 · INMED South Africa close-out report, Round 3

What helped INMED South Africa (4)

  • Shade nets were installed across farming sites to protect crops.

    Reported by the partner · Round 2 · INMED South Africa close-out report, Round 2

  • Aquaponics technology and productivity-linked activities helped improve youth attendance.

    Reported by the partner · Round 2 · INMED South Africa close-out report, Round 2

  • Information sessions included SEFA, SEDA, DTIC, Department of Agriculture and SA Youth.

    Reported by the partner · Round 2 · INMED South Africa close-out report, Round 2

  • Community engagement, infrastructure development, seedling production and nutritious produce donation are presented as the basis for project legacy.

    Reported by the partner · Round 2 · INMED South Africa close-out report, Round 2

Sources

  • Programme payroll records · Export dated 28 Sep 2026. Totals only; no personal data shown.
  • DWS quaternary catchments · Via CSIR ArcGIS service, queried 7 Oct 2026
  • Strategic Water Source Areas (2017) · SANBI BGIS, queried 7 Oct 2026
  • INMED South Africa quarterly report, Round 4 · Partner report. Cited by name and page only.
  • INMED South Africa quarterly report, Round 4 · Partner report. Cited by name and page only.
  • INMED South Africa close-out report, Round 2 · Partner report. Cited by name and page only.
  • INMED South Africa close-out report, Round 3 · Partner report. Cited by name and page only.

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