MJAKA`S LESSON: STRENGTH IN SUPPORTING WOMEN

BY KHELEF NASSOR, ZANZIBAR@@@

Mjaka Faki Ali, a father of four from Kiuyu Minungwini, North Pemba, is breaking barriers and rewriting the narrative of gender equality and environmental conservation. He is a husband who proves that his wife’s success is the success of the entire family.

Mjaka is the husband of Sada Faki Jabu, a resilient woman driven by the dream of becoming a leader in the fight against climate change. Through the Zanzibar Women Leadership in Adaptation (ZanzADAPT) project, funded by the Global Affairs Canada and implemented by Community Forests Pemba in collaboration with Community Forests International, Sada has received training in agroforestry, a sustainable farming method that preserves the environment while ensuring food security for families and communities.

Unlike many men who perceive farming as solely their wives' responsibility, Mjaka saw his wife’s agricultural efforts as a shared journey. “I chose to support my wife because I want her to achieve her dreams. We expect great benefits from agroforestry, not just for our family but also for our environment,” says Mjaka with a proud smile.

By working alongside his wife, Mjaka ensures that her farming thrives using the best practices—planting shade trees, applying organic fertilizers, and preventing soil erosion. He has learned that this form of farming is not just his wife's job but a collective effort for the well-being of their family and future generations.

His decision to stand side by side with his wife has become a lesson for other men in the village. “I encourage other men to follow my example. Supporting our wives is not a weakness; it is strength. When we help our women, we build a stronger society,” he emphasizes.

The collaboration between Mjaka and Sada has made them role models in their community. Women now see the value of having supportive husbands in their development efforts, and men are beginning to shift their perspectives on gender roles.

Mjaka and Sada, watering their future—cultivating love, unity, and a greener tomorrow

Sada Segeja, an Agroforestry Officer from Community Forests Pemba, has been following the couple’s progress and believes their journey is proof of the power of gender collaboration. “Sada and Mjaka have shown that change begins at home. For a long time, we have seen women struggle in farming without support from their husbands. But with Mjaka’s example, we now have proof that partnership is a key ingredient for success,” says Segeja.

She further explains that the couple is a true representation of how gender collaboration can drive sustainable development. “We have been encouraging men to engage in agroforestry, but Mjaka has gone beyond expectations. He not only supports his wife but also inspires other men to be part of the change.”

As they continue to invest their efforts into their farming, Mjaka and Sada know that the journey is still long. However, they remain committed. They are planting seeds not just in their land but also in their community—seeds of equality, unity, and hope for future generations.

"Success does not come overnight. What we are doing now will bear fruit in the future, and I am proud to be part of this journey," says Mjaka. His story is a lesson and inspiration beacon for other men, demonstrating that gender equality and environmental conservation can go hand in hand and that men can be vital partners in driving positive change in their communities.

Mjaka Faki Ali has proven that a true man is not one who stands alone, but one who stands with his wife in pursuit of their shared dreams. Through his story, we learn that gender equality and environmental conservation can coexist and that men can be strong pillars of positive transformation in their societies.

In the fight against climate change, Mjaka and Sada’s journey is a powerful lesson on family unity, women’s leadership, and the hope for a sustainable world.

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