02/10/2026
FROM CAMPUS GARDEN TO COMMUNITY SHELVES: DOWER CAMPUS MAKES AN IMPACT
On Friday, 2 October 2026, Dower Campus’ One Campus, One Garden initiative reached another important milestone by supplying 35 bunches of freshly grown spinach to SPAR Heathpark in Gqeberha.
The spinach, proudly cultivated in the campus garden, will be made available for purchase by members of the public. This achievement demonstrates how a campus garden can grow beyond the boundaries of the College to create opportunities, promote food production, and contribute meaningfully to the community.
Earlier this week, Dower Campus Manager, Ms Kiewiets, visited SPAR Heathpark and met with management to discuss future produce supply from the campus garden. The discussions have opened the way for a potential ongoing partnership, allowing Dower Campus to supply SPAR with fresh produce as the garden continues to grow.
A special thank you to Ms Mgijima and her students for their dedication, commitment, and valuable contribution to the success of the One Campus, One Garden initiative. Their efforts play an important role in nurturing the garden and turning this initiative into a practical and sustainable success.
The Dower Campus One Campus, One Garden initiative is a powerful example of how small seeds, when nurtured with dedication and vision, can grow into meaningful opportunities for the College and the wider community.
