Dabane

Dabane Dabane is a lead Non-Governmental Organization dedicated to establishing water and food secure communities within semi-arid areas.

The organization was established as a Trust in 1991 and registered as a PVO (25/ 2013), in 2013. Work with vulnerable groups of people who have a willingness, understanding and ability to Work with the resource-poor communities to uplift their standard of living. Work through a series of appropriate community based support strategies and suitable low technology solutions.

As the Dabane family, it is with heavy hearts that we mourn the passing of our dearest colleague, Ben Nyathi. His dedica...
15/08/2026

As the Dabane family, it is with heavy hearts that we mourn the passing of our dearest colleague, Ben Nyathi. His dedication, kindness, and gentle spirit will forever remain with us and in the work he touched.

May his soul find eternal rest in the loving embrace of our Lord. Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon him. May he rest in peace. Amen.

At the end of July, we waved goodbye to our outgoing interns and warmly welcomed a new cohort ready to learn, contribute...
12/08/2026

At the end of July, we waved goodbye to our outgoing interns and warmly welcomed a new cohort ready to learn, contribute, and grow🎉

Joining us from Journalism & Media Studies, Development Studies, Water & Civil Engineering, and Accounting (Graduate Trainee), this diverse group brings fresh perspectives, new skills, and plenty of enthusiasm to the team.

Here’s to a year of learning, growth, collaboration, and meaningful impact…

🌱💧Dabane proudly took the lead in the humanitarian sector during the inaugural Maphisa District Agricultural Business Ex...
07/08/2026

🌱💧Dabane proudly took the lead in the humanitarian sector during the inaugural Maphisa District Agricultural Business Expo, held on the 3rd and 4th of August 2026.

The two-day event brought together exhibitors from Matobo and Bulawayo, including government extension departments, NGOs, and the business community, among them being Dabane, DVS, Matobo RDC, CAMFED, SNV, Maphisa Yardrill Investments, Maphisa Bluecross Agricultural & Veterinary Supplies, and Maphisa Speedbikes.

This year’s Expo carried the theme: “Growing Business, Growing Farmers; Building Profitable & Resilient Agriculture in Matobo.”

✨ Special recognition came home as we proudly clinched 1st position in the NGO category. More than an award, this achievement reinforces our leadership in the Integrated Water Resources Management (IWRM) project, ensuring communities in Matobo harness water sustainably for agriculture, horticulture, and improved livelihoods.

By linking water security to food security, we are living the Expo’s theme, proving that “Growing Business, Growing Farmers” is not just a slogan but a reality. The Expo highlighted how water, markets, and value addition can drive prosperity while ensuring the mantra “Leaving no one and no place behind” is achievable.

🌍 Together, through IWRM, we are building profitable, resilient agriculture and shaping a hunger-free Matobo.

Dabane is committed to transforming rural communities through sustainable water access, food security, and income-secure...
24/07/2026

Dabane is committed to transforming rural communities through sustainable water access, food security, and income-secure livelihoods. We also respond to humanitarian emergencies, helping communities prepare for, withstand, and recover from climate-induced shocks. Through our work, we continue to promote Gender & Social Inclusion, Disaster Risk Reduction, Climate Resilience, Environmental Stewardship, and Health, ensuring no one is left behind.

Together, we are creating resilient communities and sustainable futures.

🍲 Food is more than nourishment; it’s a connection.  It fills hearts with joy, but it also brings people together to lau...
03/07/2026

🍲 Food is more than nourishment; it’s a connection.
It fills hearts with joy, but it also brings people together to laugh, talk, learn, share ideas, and reflect.

That’s exactly what the Balanced Food Production Cooking Demonstrations achieved in Matobo under the IWRM project. 🌱👩🏾‍🍳 Communities gathered not only to cook and taste, but to celebrate resilience, exchange knowledge, and strengthen bonds.

Together, we discovered that food is a bridge, linking livelihoods, nutrition, and unity. ✨

💧 When water flows, life begins.  At Dabane, we believe that access to water is the first step toward thriving communiti...
03/07/2026

💧 When water flows, life begins.
At Dabane, we believe that access to water is the first step toward thriving communities. With resilience strategies like climate-smart agriculture, families are transforming their fields and gardens into abundant harvests. 🌱🌾

From these harvests, communities have come together in balanced food production and cooking demonstrations—creating nutritious, mouth‑watering cuisines that celebrate both tradition and innovation. 🍲✨

Water unlocks livelihoods, nutrition, and joy. And the journey continues…

17/06/2026

As we commemorate World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought...

Red Card to Child Labour  Every child deserves the chance to learn, play, and grow in safety. Child labour robs children...
12/06/2026

Red Card to Child Labour
Every child deserves the chance to learn, play, and grow in safety. Child labour robs children of education, health, and their future.

According to our Zimbabwean Constitution, anyone under the age of 18 is a child with the right to protection, education, and a childhood free from exploitation. Guided by safeguarding and child protection policies, we stand firm: Dabane does not support any form of child labour.

Together, let us protect children, promote education, and build stronger communities.
END CHILD LABOUR. PROTECT CHILDHOOD. BUILD THE FUTURE.

🌍 World Environment Day 2026 🌍Our strategy in environmental conservation is rooted in practical, community-driven soluti...
05/06/2026

🌍 World Environment Day 2026 🌍

Our strategy in environmental conservation is rooted in practical, community-driven solutions. We champion afforestation and the construction of conservation structures such as half-moons, stone gabions, stone bunds, vegetative barriers, and silt traps, among others.

These efforts restore degraded land, secure water, and empower communities to thrive in the face of climate challenges.

💧 Water harvested.
🌱 Forests renewed.
🛡️ Landscapes protected.
👩‍🌾 Communities resilient.

Together, we are building a greener, stronger future.

What the joy of access to water looks like to young women...  From laughter echoing at the borehole to gardens blooming ...
22/05/2026

What the joy of access to water looks like to young women...
From laughter echoing at the borehole to gardens blooming with hope, water means dignity, opportunity, and life. 💧

Dabane - Siqala Ngamanzi!
Together, we celebrate every drop that transforms communities and futures.

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13 Cathkin Lane, Burnside
Bulawayo
P.OBOX3331

Opening Hours

Monday 08:00 - 16:30
Tuesday 08:00 - 16:30
Wednesday 08:00 - 16:30
Thursday 08:00 - 16:30
Friday 08:00 - 16:30

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+2639244775

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