ZOLA was founded in 2003 in Zwelihle on the outskirts of Hermanus on a 800sqm of land leased from the Overstrand Municipality. The Municipality also supplied water and fencing. The project is under the care of Margaret Mtomile (Leader) Eunice Lusiba,, Nellie George, Synthia Mcinjana,Lessy Boto and David Sitemela.No pesticides are used and compost is made on the premises. In 2007 the group won R50,000.00 in the Western Cape Farmer of the Year competition. Some of this money was donated to the H.I.V. care centre in Zwelithle as well as a regular supply of fresh vegetables..

They are currently growing and supplying Pick ‘n Pay with these vegetables:

Spinach, Tomatoes, Carrots, Cabbage, Spring onion, Greenpepper, Beetroot

Their vision is to address the food shortage and create income by working to give a constructive example of managing a market garden. 

With the gift of a Wendy House the group now has an office. Soon they will soon be extending their activities into a new area.

This is their Wish List:  

·          Borehole

·          Irrigation System

·          Tunnels

·          Wire

·          Rain Gauge

·          Seeds & Plants

·          Cow or chicken manure

·          Organic Pesticides

·          Computer

·          Fax machine

·          Office furniture

·          Crockery & cutlery

·          Microwave

·          Gas hob & cylinder

·          Overalls, gumboots & gloves

If you can help with any of the above please contact; Margaret 0782934849

If you would like to make a donation these are their banking details:

ABSA Hermanus Savings Account 9183885912