Vegetables grown organically.File
A group of Muslim residents in the Schaapkraal area are calling on Muslim businessmen in Cape Town to come forward and help them to create an Islamic organic farm. Speaking to VOC’s Afternoon Cruise, Anwar Abrahams, one of the founders of this initiative said that with the project being in its early stages, he is hoping to get as much response from the Muslim community.
“The aim of this project is to have an Islamic organic farm where Muslim business can learn from each other. We want them to learn the better way of doing business and get away from the corporate system so that you don’t have to go to expensive supermarkets to buy foods,” said Abrahams, adding that residents would be trained to learn the Islamic way of farming and businesses. They hope to offer them a space where they can create their very own businesses and create a Muslim network where we they can sell their things to each other.
Abrahams pointed out that with the initiative being in its beginning stages, they are still in need of volunteers. “Volunteers are needed to help us get this farm in shape and we need your help to put fencing around the property. However the farm is quite big and has space for many animals as well. We have a little section for Islamic teaching where the children will be taught and of course the facilities for the flea market as well,” he explained.
Businessmen will be able to plant fruits and vegetables on the farm as well as create a provision of shelter for their animals. “The farm is big, so bring your animals, for you can visit them every day and feed them while you watch them grow. The same with your fruits and vegetables...you will be allowed to come in any time and every week you will be able to sell your products on our little flea market,” Abrahams said.
He urged the public to come forward if they are able to contribute in any way and said that the communities ideas to improving the farm are welcomed. If you would like to know more about the Islamic organic farm or how you can contribute, you can contact Anwar Abrahams on 074 628 9173. VOC (Aishah Cassiem)
“The aim of this project is to have an Islamic organic farm where Muslim business can learn from each other. We want them to learn the better way of doing business and get away from the corporate system so that you don’t have to go to expensive supermarkets to buy foods,” said Abrahams, adding that residents would be trained to learn the Islamic way of farming and businesses. They hope to offer them a space where they can create their very own businesses and create a Muslim network where we they can sell their things to each other.
Abrahams pointed out that with the initiative being in its beginning stages, they are still in need of volunteers. “Volunteers are needed to help us get this farm in shape and we need your help to put fencing around the property. However the farm is quite big and has space for many animals as well. We have a little section for Islamic teaching where the children will be taught and of course the facilities for the flea market as well,” he explained.
Businessmen will be able to plant fruits and vegetables on the farm as well as create a provision of shelter for their animals. “The farm is big, so bring your animals, for you can visit them every day and feed them while you watch them grow. The same with your fruits and vegetables...you will be allowed to come in any time and every week you will be able to sell your products on our little flea market,” Abrahams said.
He urged the public to come forward if they are able to contribute in any way and said that the communities ideas to improving the farm are welcomed. If you would like to know more about the Islamic organic farm or how you can contribute, you can contact Anwar Abrahams on 074 628 9173. VOC (Aishah Cassiem)
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