Tags Tanzania Soil Management Water conservation Fanya Juu Rainwater harvesting Fanya Chini Land restoration Trenches

Shovel Digging into Soil, Tanzania

A close-up view, shot in February 2020, of a shovel lifting soil in Chamwino to enhance soil health and water retention.

Image ID 56308255
Production Year 2020
Length 00:00:05
Production Company JustDiggit Foundation
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FormatMP4

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Fanya Chini, or "throw it downwards" in Kiswahili, involves trenches and ridges facing downslope to protect soil from erosion. Fanya Juu, translating to "throw it upwards", is similar but includes terrace bunds and ditches to keep rainwater on the farm, enhancing water availability for crops. This method promotes land regreening.

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JustDiggit Foundation