MasterPeace Walk South Africa 2024

ENGAGE with nature, other cultures, history, and yourself
EMPOWER local social entrepreneurs, projects and communities

Are you at a critical juncture in your life?
In search of new, or more meaning to life?

This nature walk in South Africa provides the perfect setting for self-exploration with
Nature as the Prophet.

The multicultural group will ensure a Disconnect from comfort zones and an Opening of new Insights and a Worldview.

 Participate in a unique 10-day experience in the Western Cape Province. Enjoy the company of a group of about 15 international and 15 local participants sharing interesting discussions about life and dreams. Join us in discovering South Africa beyond the touristic areas!

We will hike for 6 days where we will live and sleep in tents in nature. At the beginning and the end of the walk, we will stay in hotels.

Learn about South African traditions, realities, culture, and rituals; discover the work of the local MasterPeace team; disconnect from the hectic Western civilization and luxury; reconnect with nature and yourself; experience the impact of silence, storytelling, sharing, and reflection; walk roughly a total of 100km; enjoy a healthy environment and traditional fresh food.

Direct contact with a local community project is part of the planning. Part of your contribution to the walk will go to these local projects. During the walk participants could explore the realities of 45 beneficiaries from this specific MasterPeace nature walk in South Africa.

Go home with new experiences, friends, and unforgettable memories.

Date: 6-15 March 2024
Area: Western Cape Province, South Africa
Costs: €1850, - (excl. travel)

The Walk is hosted by Nico de Klerk, a local leader of MasterPeace South Africa, his team, and two experienced MasterPeace walkers.

Organized by

Rute Lau (on the right in the picture) and Teresa Urbanowska (on the left) walked as participants in the MasterPeace Walk in Masaailand in 2017 and in Nepal in 2022 and loved the experience.

Nico de Klerk is the leader of MasterPeace Streetbiz South Africa. “We have Nelson Mandela’s legacy to build on and to share that with the world, as he belongs to the world. Therefore, the Be a Nelson Movement, a MasterPeace concept as well, promotes unity, reconciliation, and peace. We have so much to share with you during this walk.”

Contact details for more information:

southafricawalk@masterpeace.org

Application Form South Africa Walk

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MasterPeace Zimbabwe joined the rest of the world to commemorate the International Day of Peace (IDP) which is celebrated on the 21^st of September each calendar year. The day was declared by the United Nations General Assembly to strengthen ideals of peace, both within and among all nations and people.

On 29 September, Masterpeace Zimbabwe (also Mwana Trust) partnered with Rock of Ages Academy to commemorate the IDP as a belated event at the Rock of Ages Academy campus. The two-hour event was dubbed ‘Peace is never an Option’. MasterPeace Zimbabwe believes that teaching young people about peace education is the best way to promote tolerance, co-existence, and ending violence in communities, school environments, and the world at large.

On the day, 38 young people between the ages of 15 -18 were gathered for a peace dialogue where various issues of peace-building, conflict management, and conflict resolution were discussed at large. The importance of a peaceful learning environment and the effects of in-school violence were some of the issues presented by young people and the MastePeace Zimbabwe team.

The event was rounded up with a quiz competition where 3 groups of 3 participants each were formed to respond to the set quiz questions. All questions that were asked throughout the quiz competition were centered on peace education. After the competition, the most successful group was given academic stationery as the winning prize.

In conclusion, the commemoration went well as the participants managed to learn and understand the IDP objectives as well the importance of peace.

Apply: Candidates to apply with the following instructions:
Write an e-mail to maryam@masterpeace.org with the subject line “Application for Project Manager” with your name, up-to-date resume, and a cover letter.

Deadline: January 10th, 2024.

In the heart of Karachi, where the busy city meets the expansive coastline, a remarkable event unfolded on October 7, 2023 by MasterPeace Pakistan. It was a gathering of sustainability leaders and school children or as we say COOLeaders from local communities came together for a common cause – to combat climate change through mangrove plantation.

Mangrove forests, often overlooked in the race for urban development, hold a crucial role in preserving the delicate balance of coastal ecosystems. The event aimed not only to plant 500 mangrove saplings but also to raise awareness about the vital role these coastal guardians play in the fight against climate change.

"We engage and aware the local community and school children to plant mangroves at least 3 times a year."

MP Pakistan leader Mr. Kelash Sarhadi

The community leaders, driven by a shared commitment to sustainability, recognized the dire state of mangrove forests in Pakistan. Over the past five decades, these natural havens had suffered from over-exploitation and population pressure. Developmental activities near urban areas had led to the merciless clearing of mangroves, further exacerbated by reduced water flow in the river Indus due to upstream dams and barrages.

Undeterred by the challenges, concerned agencies, government departments, and non-governmental organizations had initiated visible efforts to conserve mangroves. New nurseries near Karachi, projects to grow more forests, and community mobilization were steps taken to reverse the damage. The rallying cry was clear: mangroves needed to be managed and conserved for the benefit of both the ecosystem and the hundreds of thousands of people who directly or indirectly depended on it for their livelihoods.

The event on October 7th was a testament to this collective effort. Sixty participants, including local community members and enthusiastic school children, joined hands to plant 500 mangrove saplings. The event organizers engaged and educated the participants about the significance of mangroves, and contributing in achieving SDG 11 and SDG 13 in particular.

"We engage and aware the local community and school children to plant mangroves at least 3 times a year," MP Pakistan leader Mr. Kelash Sarhardi, says by emphasizing the importance of ongoing efforts. The event not only planted trees but also seeds of awareness and responsibility. It sought to instill in the community a sense of guardianship for their mangrove ecosystems, encouraging them to play an active role in their conservation.

The 500 new mangroves stood as a commitment to a greener, more sustainable future. The roots of these saplings would slow the water's flow, protect the coastline, and provide a habitat for countless species. The ripple effect of this event was a step towards healing the mangrove ecosystems and, by extension, combating climate change.

The message was clear by the COOLeaders from Pakistan: To make the world green, sustainable community, one tree at a time.