Case Study: Muthi Futhi

Income Creation and Women’s Empowerment in Rural KwaZulu-Natal through the Cultivation of Traditional Medicinal Plants

The Edakeni Muthi Futhi Trust is a community-based enterprise that cultivates traditional medicinal plants and sells ingredients for herbal remedies. The main purpose of the enterprise is to create livelihood opportunities for community members in a sustainable business, and to generate profits that support community development. Muthi Futhi is protecting local biodiversity by cultivating and processing endangered indigenous medicinal plants. The rural community of Dakeni is empowered by owning 50 % of the enterprise and by gaining new employment opportunities.

SEED 2015 Case Study Series

This case study showcases the innovation, the partnership, the support from SEED and the overall impact of the enterprise and is part of the SEED 2015 Case Study Series. This Case Study Series showcases locally-driven, innovative eco-inclusive enterprises and shares insights into entrepreneurial solutions for sustainable development.