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From 3–7 August 2026, the Diocese of Mbhashe, in partnership with the Tsolo Agriculture and Rural Development Institute (TARDI), equipped women from different Guilds and members of the clergy with practical food-processing skills during a training programme. The five-day capacity-building programme focused on turning locally available produce into nutritious, value-added food products. Participants received hands-on training in making a variety of products, including watermelon and strawberry jam, orange and pineapple jam, vegetable atchar, tomato chutney, frozen vegetables and stir-fry mixes. The training provided more than just practical cooking skills. It encouraged participants to see food processing as an opportunity to reduce food waste, improve household food security and potentially develop small income-generating activities within their communities. The programme continued to bear fruit during the Mary Sumner Celebrations on 9 August, as participants graduated from the training and TARDI joined the Diocese in celebrating their achievements.

On Saturday, 1 August 2026, members of the Anglican Student Federation (ASF), Girls and Boys Friendly Society (GBFS) and Green Anglicans staff participated in the Green Pop Stellenbosch Provincial Hospital Living Landscape Project. The project brought together  young people, community members , NGO’s and other environmental partners to restore and transform the hospital grounds into a healthier, more beautiful, vibrant and sustainable space for the hospital community. Over the two days volunteers rolled up their sleeves and took part in a range of practical landscaping task. Together they managed to : The participation of ASF and GBFS demonstrated the ongoing commitment from young Anglicans to practical environmental action. Such initiatives are examples of of how, young people are helping to create spaces that can support biodiversity, improve the well-being of all creation and contribute towards more climate-recielent communities. Photo Credit: Green Pop, And Anitha

Please find sermon notes from the Anglican Communion Environmental Network, based on the readings from the Revised Common Lectionary    

Please find this year’s Season of Creation resource from ACSA based on the Revised Common Lectionary readings on the theme of Living Water        

On 27 June 2026, young people from Green Anglicans and Climate YES joined the South African Council of Churches (SACC) National Youth Prayer Walk and Youth-Led Service in commemoration of Youth Month. The event began with a prayer walk from the Hector Pieterson Museum to Grace Bible Church in Pimville, Soweto, honouring the courage and legacy of the youth of 1976 while inspiring today’s generation to lead with faith, courage and purpose. Through prayer, worship and inspiring messages, young people from across different communities came together in unity to reflect on faith, hope, healing and their responsibility to help shape a better future for South Africa. The participation of Green Anglicans and Climate YES youth highlighted the importance of young people’s active involvement in climate advocacy and environmental action. Their presence also demonstrated the value of collaboration between youth-led movements and faith-based organisations working to create positive change in communities. Beyond the prayer walk and service, the gathering provided a valuable space for fellowship, networking and meaningful conversations among young leaders. It was a reminder that today’s youth carry the responsibility of building on the legacy of those who stood for freedom and quality education in 1976, while responding to the challenges facing their generation, including the climate and environmental crisis. For Green Anglicans, the event was also an opportunity to affirm that young Christians have an important role to play in caring for God’s creation and in building resilient, just and sustainable communities. BY: Boipelo Mojapelo

Following a presentation and feedback session by Ms Keulukwa Hanghome, who attended the 2025 Climate YES Bootcamp in Johannesburg, confirmation candidates at St Martin Efidi Parish joined Bishop Djuulume on 12 July 2026 for a special tree-planting initiative. Together, they planted 40 different trees, including food-producing and indigenous species. The initiative aims to encourage young people to take responsibility for the environment while demonstrating practical ways of caring for creation. The food-producing trees will contribute to food security and community wellbeing, while the indigenous trees will help support local biodiversity and strengthen the natural environment. Through this initiative, the confirmation candidates are putting their faith into action and helping to live out the Fifth Mark of Mission. Their efforts are a reminder that every tree planted is an investment in a healthier, greener and more sustainable future for generations to come.