Green Institute

🌍 On this World Environment Day 2026, Green Institute Zimbabwe proudly joins the global community in celebrating under the theme “Inspired by Nature. For Climate. For Our Future.” This theme reminds us that nature is not only our heritage but also our greatest source of inspiration in the fight against climate change. From the resilience of forests to the harmony of pollinators, we see that the solutions to our climate challenges lie in respecting and restoring the ecosystems that sustain life.

At Green Institute, we reaffirm our commitment to protecting biodiversity, empowering communities, and advancing climate justice. We believe that by working together, inspired by nature, we can build a climate‑resilient Zimbabwe and secure a future where generations thrive in harmony with the environment. This day is not only a celebration but also a call to action — to safeguard our rivers, forests, and wildlife, to strengthen community resilience, and to forge inclusive partnerships that unite people and ecosystems for a shared future.

💚 Inspired by nature, we stand for climate, and we act for our future.

Vemuganga Community Radio
WELEAD-Africa Regional
Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO)
IM Swedish Development Partner Southern Africa
Urgent Action Fund-Africa
COSPE Southern Africa
Alliance of Community Based Organisations - ACBOs

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World Bee Day 2026 🐝

Protecting bees and other pollinators is essential for sustainable agriculture, healthy ecosystems and biodiversity conservation. Bees and people share a partnership that sustains life, livelihoods and our environment.

As custodians of our forests, we recognise the critical role bees play in securing a sustainable future for generations to come.

This year’s theme, “Bee Together for People and the Planet, A partnership that sustains us all,” celebrates the long-standing relationship between humans and bees, and the importance of working together to protect our planet.

🌿🐝 Day 2 – Chirinda Farmers Beekeeping Training

Today’s session focused on site selection for apiaries, hive management, honey harvesting, and packaging. The training was highly interactive, combining both theory and practical demonstrations.

Farmers visited the Changonda women’s group apiary near Ngungunya Forest, where the group proudly manages thirty hives. Facilitators conducted a practical hive inspection — a critical skill in successful beekeeping.

We applaud the invaluable support from Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and Forestry Commission Zimbabwe in strengthening community knowledge and empowering local farmers through this initiative. Together, we are building sustainable livelihoods and protecting our environment. 🌍✨


Yet Trust
ActionAid Zimbabwe
Embassy of Italy in Harare - Zimbabwe
COSPE Southern Africa
Plan International Zimbabwe
Saywhat
Urgent Action Fund-Africa
Alliance of Community Based Organisations - ACBOs
Vemuganga Community Radio
Platform For Youth and Community Development - PYCD
Flames and Lilies Climate Initiative - FLCI
Ecological Resources Care Trust
Ministry of Women Affairs, Community, Small and Medium Enterprises Dev.
Ministry of Environment, Climate and Wildlife

Green Institute Statement – World Bee Day 2026

On this World Bee Day, Green Institute proudly reaffirms its commitment to sustainable livelihoods and environmental stewardship. In Ward 19 of Chipinge District, we are supporting four community groups with beekeeping initiatives involving over 100 farmers. These efforts not only strengthen household incomes but also safeguard pollinators that are vital to food security and ecological balance.

World Bee Day 2026 celebrates the enduring partnership between humans and bees in nourishing people and sustaining the environment. It highlights the evolution of beekeeping across diverse cultures and landscapes over thousands of years, while promoting innovative approaches that improve bee health, enhance production, and empower beekeepers — especially women and youth.

This year’s theme emphasizes how both traditional knowledge and modern technologies can contribute to sustainable beekeeping, and how inclusive partnerships can secure a future where pollinators thrive alongside people. It aligns closely with the International Year of Rangeland and Pastoralists 2026 and the International Year of the Woman Farmer 2026, offering valuable opportunities to reflect on the role of beekeeping in rural and pastoral livelihoods and its contribution to women’s empowerment.

Together, we celebrate bees as guardians of biodiversity and partners in resilience, while advancing the transformation of agrifood systems for generations to come

IM Swedish Development Partner Southern Africa
Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO)
EU Delegation to Zimbabwe
Platform For Youth and Community Development - PYCD

🌍 Green Institute at International Women’s Day Commemorations – Chipinge, Manicaland Province

On the 16th of May, Green Institute joined the Manicaland Province in commemorating International Women’s Day under the theme: “Rights, Justice, Action for All Women and Girls.”

The event was graced by the Minister of Women Affairs, Community, Small and Medium Enterprises Development, Hon. Monica Mutsvangwa, who applauded Government efforts in advancing women empowerment and promoting women into leadership and decision-making positions. The Minister of State for Provincial Affairs and Devolution, Advocate Misheck Mugadza, commended President Emmerson Mnangagwa for creating opportunities for women both nationally and within the province.

Hon. Mutsvangwa highlighted the important role women play in leadership, economic development, governance, and community building. She reaffirmed Government’s commitment to programmes focused on economic empowerment, technology inclusion, climate resilience, and access to finance for women.

As Green Institute, we proudly joined other development partners, business organisations, and civic groups to exhibit products from our Batanai Agricultural Hub. We continue to pledge unwavering support towards gender equality, ending gender-based violence, and empowering women and girls.

The commemorations celebrated the resilience, strength, and achievements of women while calling for continued action to ensure equal opportunities for all. Together, we stand for a future where every woman and girl thrives. 💪🌱✨


IM Swedish Development Partner Southern Africa
Yet Trust
EU Delegation to Zimbabwe
Urgent Action Fund-Africa
ActionAid Zimbabwe