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Lima Rural Development Foundation

A non-governmental and non-profit organisation.

Lima implements projects in KwaZulu-Natal, Eastern Cape, Limpopo, Mpumalanga, Free State and North West as well as providing consultations throughout Southern Africa.

13/07/2026

📍Lima Head Office has moved!

Our new address:

170 Peter Brown Drive, 5 Montrose Park Boulevard, Victoria Country Club (VCC) Estate, Pietermaritzburg

Directions
https://www.google.com/maps/dir//Montrose+Apartments,+Montrose+Park+Blvd,+VCC+Estate,+Pietermaritzburg,+3201/@-29.5958375,30.3781375,15z/data=!4m8!4m7!1m0!1m5!1m1!1s0x1ef6a50041de4017:0x8497dbbc6a90fb2c!2m2!1d30.3364138!2d-29.5766669?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI2MDYyOS4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D

06/07/2026

Happy World Rural Development Day!

Today, we celebrate the farmers, entrepreneurs, community leaders, and families who work every day to build stronger rural communities.

At Lima, it is a privilege to partner with communities across South Africa, supporting initiatives that improve food security, strengthen livelihoods, and create opportunities for long-term growth.

Every garden planted, every business supported, and every skill shared is a step towards more resilient communities.

Here's to the people whose dedication and determination continue to shape a brighter future.

29/06/2026

Lima was honoured to participate in the Youth Month Career Exhibition hosted by the Itsoseng Stakeholder Forum in Itsoseng, Ditsobotla Local Municipality, Ngaka Modiri Molema District Municipality.

The exhibition brought together government departments and organisations committed to empowering young people by showcasing career opportunities and support services.

Representing Lima, Mida Serothoane introduced learners to the many career opportunities within agriculture, highlighting its vital role in society and reminding students that "if everyone eats today, we have farmers to thank." Learners also discovered the wide range of agricultural careers available, from Agricultural Extension and Farm Management to Horticulture, Animal Health, Plant and Animal Production, and Floriculture.

To inspire the youth, Mida shared the success stories of several young professionals who began their careers through Lima's internship programme and are now making a difference in their communities.

Lima also highlighted its internship programme, which gives graduates and students valuable hands-on experience while supporting experiential training with partner institutions.

Thank you to the Itsoseng Stakeholder Forum for the invitation and the opportunity to inspire young people to explore the many opportunities that agriculture has to offer and the positive impact they can make in their communities.

24/06/2026

Lima, through its Township Economy Programme (TEP), recently hosted Financial Literacy training for enterprises enrolled in the Street Business School (SBS).

Funded by the Tshikululu Social Investments and made possible by Valterra Platinum Pty Ltd, the training was delivered by FNB across nine villages in the North West and Limpopo provinces.

Participants completed four key financial education modules:

- Protecting What Matters: Insurance and business assets
- Understanding Money: Budgeting, interest, and banking basics
- Growing Money: Savings, investing, and wealth building
- Leaving a Legacy: Wills and estate planning

These sessions are designed to strengthen financial resilience, improve business sustainability, and equip entrepreneurs with practical knowledge to make informed financial decisions.

The final module, Managing Debt, will be delivered during July–August 2026, completing the full FNB Financial Education programme for all participating SBS enterprises.

A sincere thank you to FNB for facilitating these educational sessions. We are confident that the knowledge gained will make a meaningful difference to the enterprises that participated.

16/06/2026

Happy Youth Day!

To every young person working towards a better future: keep learning, keep growing, and keep believing in what is possible.

Your ideas, determination, and resilience are helping to shape stronger communities and a brighter tomorrow.

12/06/2026

This Youth Month, we celebrate young entrepreneurs like Remofilwe who are creating opportunities and making a positive impact in their communities.

At just 21 years old, Remofilwe Jaabosigo is the owner of JayyJ Solutions Laundry & Cleaning Services, based in Mokgalwaneng, North West Province. For the past two years, she has been providing reliable and affordable washing and cleaning services to workers and community members.

Driven by a desire to become self-employed and support her community, Remofilwe identified a need for convenient cleaning services and turned it into a growing business.

Through the Street Business School (SBS) programme implemented by Lima Rural Development Foundation, funded by Tshikululu Trust and made possible by Valterra Platinum, Remofilwe has gained valuable skills in entrepreneurship, customer care, financial management, and business growth, helping her grow in confidence as a business owner.

Her goal is to expand JayyJ Solutions, reach more customers, create jobs, and continue making a difference in her community.

Tshikululu Social Investments

04/06/2026

𝗝𝗼𝗯 𝗩𝗮𝗰𝗮𝗻𝗰𝘆: 𝗕𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗙𝗮𝗰𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗼𝗿
Location: Soweto, Johannesburg, Gauteng
Job Type: Full-time contract

Lima is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and motivated graduate to provide enterprise training and coaching to entrepreneurs in Soweto.

𝗠𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗺𝘂𝗺 𝗥𝗲𝗾𝘂𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀:
• A university degree in:
- BCom / Agricultural Economics/ Development Studies or similar

• A valid driver's licence is essential, with confidence and experience in driving a manual vehicle
• Competent computer skills for reporting, email communication, and administrative tasks.
• At least 1 year of experience conducting business training.
• Preference will be given to suitably qualified candidates who reside within the local area or community where the position is based.
• Facilitator and Assessor certificates will be advantageous.
• Must be available to 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗼𝗻 𝟭 𝗝𝘂𝗹𝘆

Interested candidates should submit their CVs with certificates & traceable references to 𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗿𝘂𝗶𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁@𝗹𝗶𝗺𝗮.𝗼𝗿𝗴.𝘇𝗮

Closing date for applications is 𝟭𝟬 𝗝𝘂𝗻𝗲 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

03/06/2026

Social Employment Fund (SEF) Enterprise Development Spotlight: Owethu Mamba

I am Owethu Mamba, a young man from Matsulu in the Mbombela Local Municipality. More than just being an entrepreneur, I am someone who truly cares about my community. I want to see it thrive, and I believe that building a sustainable business is one way I can help create jobs and a better future for the people around me.

I run WISE-EGGS (Pty) Ltd. I have always believed that money should work for you rather than be spent as soon as you earn it. That belief inspired me to start a small poultry business and turn my savings into something that could benefit both my community and future generations.

It was not easy at the start. I began with just 40 layers and very basic equipment. Limited resources and capital tested my patience, but I kept pushing forward. Today, I am proud to say I have grown my flock to 100 chickens and officially registered the business to take it to the next level.

The SEF Programme and Lima were exactly what I needed to get organised. They taught me how to manage my cash flow and keep proper records, making the business feel much more stable. More importantly, they gave me the confidence to stop thinking small and start planning for long-term growth.

Personally, the journey has changed how I see myself. I have realised that with the right mentorship and discipline, I can build something that matters. It has given me a sense of purpose and the drive to keep growing.

I have big dreams for WISE-EGGS. I want to grow our capacity to between 3,000 and 7,000 layers so that we can supply local supermarkets and create more jobs.

I would like to thank Lima and the SEF Programme for their support. They helped me turn my vision into reality, and I am truly grateful for everything they have done for me and my business.

25/05/2026

On the 12th of May, UKZN's College of Agriculture, Engineering and Science hosted an awards ceremony in Pietermaritzburg to honour the top-achieving students from 2025 in disciplines across its schools represented on the Pietermaritzburg campus.

Lima is proud to continue supporting student excellence through two sponsored awards.

The Lima Food Security Award, presented to the top student in the Postgraduate Diploma in Food Security, was awarded to Ms Lusanda Gumede.

The Lima Rural Development Award for the top student in the AGEC380 class was awarded to Ms Aphelele Sukude.

Congratulations to both recipients! We wish you every success as you contribute towards strengthening rural development and food security in South Africa.

Address

5 Montrose Park Boulevard, Victoria Country Club Estate
Pietermaritzburg
3201

Opening Hours

Monday	07:30 - 16:30
Tuesday	07:30 - 16:30
Wednesday	07:30 - 16:30
Thursday	07:30 - 16:30
Friday	07:30 - 16:30

Telephone

0333429043

Website

http://www.lima.org.za/

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