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Fig. 3 Elder farmer’s posts on data collection website

between a sustainable farmer and primary school teacher. Timothy was able to
access Daniel’s knowledge and experience by accessing the curriculum and asking
questions for clarification. The hybridized farming practices of Daniel were used to
develop a sustainable agricultural curriculum that was successfully implemented
using mobile phone technology. Significantly, the children were able to use this
knowledge to grow a sustainable organic garden.

Implications for Developing an Ecojustice Curriculum

Ecojustice education in Africa is based on the premise that rural communities can
make unique contributions to the development of curriculum that promotes the
learning of sustainable agricultural practices. By drawing on the traditional knowledge