A project shaped with communities and partners.
Caring for a shared landscape
In Gitega Province, Living landscapes brought communities, youth groups and local stakeholders together around environmental priorities chosen collectively. The programme combined awareness sessions, exchanges of knowledge and practical action focused on shared living spaces.
From March 2025 to August 2026, 3,200 people participated across nine communities. Eighteen shared spaces were improved or maintained collectively. A network of 90 community focal points supported organisation, shared practices and follow-up of commitments.
Working with local knowledge
Initial conversations identified how places were used, which resources were available and what responsibilities would be needed. Activities were chosen for their local relevance and the possibility of sustaining them.
Intergenerational exchange was an important part of the project. People familiar with local practices shared their experience; young people contributed to organisation, mobilisation and documenting activities. This dialogue helped make collective commitments clearer.
Planning continuity beyond activities
Each space had a follow-up arrangement identifying contact people, maintenance tasks and review meetings. Regular exchanges allowed activities to be adapted and difficulties addressed.
The experience illustrates the role of collective organisation in environmental work. Caring for a resource requires a suitable activity as well as understood, shared responsibilities. Rise for Africa aims to strengthen this connection.
Results at a glance
- 3,200 people engaged
- 18 shared spaces improved or maintained
- 90 community focal points