From the Blue Community MAYA – Manica Youth Assembly, Zimbabwe:
Last weekend was all about good vibes, positive energy, and a rich cultural experience at the UrbanFuture Mwaka Hub Youth Center in Chikanga.
The UrbanFutures Mutare Consortium brought together young people, community members, traditional food producers, local restaurants, health organizations, and other stakeholders to the Green Plate Cultural Event.
The event celebrated Zimbabwe’s rich food heritage while promoting sustainable and healthy food practices. It featured exhibitions of traditional and nutritious foods, healthy cooking demonstrations, recipe exchange sessions, a Conversation Corner for interactive dialogue on sustainable food systems, cultural performances, and showcases of climate-smart food practices.
The event aimed to celebrate cultural diversity through food, performances, and community dialogue, while also raising awareness about healthy eating, sustainable food systems, and climate-smart household practices.
Most importantly, the event enhanced the visibility of local food enterprises and organizations working to support nutrition, livelihoods, and sustainable development.
