KwaZulu-Natal Premier Thami Ntuli Interview
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The KwaZulu-Natal Premier, together with the MEC for Agriculture and Rural Development, Honourable Thembeni KaMadlopha-Mthethwa, and Members of the Provincial Executive Council, launched the 2026/27 Multi-Planting Season at Ellis Park Sportsground in Dlebe, under the uLundi Local Municipality. The Premier, the MEC for Agriculture and Rural Development, and other provincial leaders led the event, which focused on strengthening food security, climate-resilient farming, and inclusive economic growth.
The programme highlighted support for household and smallholder farmers, including mechanisation, improved inputs, extension services, and new irrigated sites, along with a youth-in-agriculture intake. Farmers were also given early warning information about El Niño and guidance on managing risks to rainfall, grazing, and food security.
A ceremonial planting took place, and leaders engaged with beneficiaries cultivating about 50 hectares earmarked for the programme. The launch set the tone for the season and reinforced the province’s commitment to productivity, resilience, and rural development.
The programme highlighted support for household and smallholder farmers, including mechanisation, improved inputs, extension services, and new irrigated sites, along with a youth-in-agriculture intake. Farmers were also given early warning information about El Niño and guidance on managing risks to rainfall, grazing, and food security.
A ceremonial planting took place, and leaders engaged with beneficiaries cultivating about 50 hectares earmarked for the programme. The launch set the tone for the season and reinforced the province’s commitment to productivity, resilience, and rural development.
