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MESSAGE FROM... My brothers and sisters, my elders and our children across the continent of Africa and the world... I wish you success, good health and happiness for this year of 2020. I must take this time to express my heart to the families around the world, especially of those in China, who have been affected by this Coronavirus. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and I also want to commend all world leaders, businesses and members of the medical field, for their exceptional work in trying to contain this virus. We hope for a medical innovation that will help us eradicate it for good and we ask for justice. The people responsible must be brought into the light. We pray to God to expose any agendas. The African continent has for the past 400 years been subject to the most inhumane terrors recorded in our history.
This continent has been divided, used, violated and isolated from any meaningful participation in a fruitful human and world development agenda. This is changing now, my children and fellow leaders! Africa is on a fast track to rediscovery, recovery, unity and power to stand on it’s own model of success that the world can look up to and learn from. God has taken control of our continent. With this comes great responsibility and expectation, from both our leaders and citizens. • Let us be clear in our hearts and minds, that enough is enough. Africa’s destiny can no longer continue to be a matter of chance, but is now a matter of choice. Let us there fore take back responsibility of our continent by being good stewards of God. First of ourselves, our environment and then those
we are entrusted with, and finally... • Let us be accountable to God and one another, my children, and fellow leaders, in high regard of moral value, academic progression, ethical trade and human social standards. And most important, repent your sins before God. Amen. God bless
KING DAVID (KING DR TCHIFFI ZIE)
WORKSHOP AND SHARING SESSION IN FINANCIAL EDUCATION
Group picture of Delegates and participants. At the very center, King Robinson and The Capacity Building Director of Senegal.
UKAA participated in the three-day seminar held in Dakar, Senegal from the 21st to the 23rd of January 2020. The theme of the seminar was “Workshop and sharing session in financial education”. The seminar was organized by the council of Notable Traditional Leaders of the Lebous region and the ministry of Capacity Building office of Senegal. The participants of the seminar included traditional leaders, youth, female entrepreneurs, government officials and invited guests. Two of the guests of honour were King Robinson Tanyi of Cameroon, he was representing the Pan African Council of Traditional and Customary
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Authorities - PACTCA and Mr. Brook Temesgen from the UKAA. During the workshop intensive financial training was given to the youth and female entrepreneurs, followed by encouraging speeches given by other guests of honour and government officials, which were designed to empower and promote traditional leaders in their roles.
ture an MOU will be designed to upgrade this allegiance into a forum that will focus on the issues in Africa. We congratulate Senegal on a very successful event!
On the last day of the seminar a new allegiance between the scholars, diplomats and traditional leaders was formed. This allegiance would be under the guidance of His Excellence Ambassador Fode Seck who is currently the representative of Senegal in the UN. In the very near fu-
Traditional kings of Lébous region as participants of submit.
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January 2020 WORKSHOP SUMMARY REPORT : 21 - 23 JAN 2020 by DER ( the Ministry General Delegation for Enterpreneurship) - a Government institution set up to empower Women and Youths. It regrouped 127 participants, with Women and Youths in the majority(2/3). The 3 day exercise was tailored to Coach and build up Capacity of Women and Youths as entrepreneurs and to address Governance short-comings amongst the Traditional Leaders whom we are. It was presided jointly by the Minister Delegate of the Delegation for Female and Youth Entrepreneurialship (DER) under the Presidency alongside the Prefect of the Division, witnessed by the Mayor of Rufisque area and several dignitaries.
King Dr Robinson TANYI
The Traditional Authorities of LEBOU in Dakar Senegal invited CPATC/PACTCA & UKAA to a workshop sponsored
Rich Expertise sharing and lessons were dispensed on lending, financial management, accountability and re-
imbursements by experts. The stakeholder role of Traditional Leaders in the mobilisation, follow up and reimbursements as well as agents of development within their Communities were explicitly treated/emphasized. The workshop ended on the 3rd day with an agreement to set up a development institution between the stakeholders present that should culminate in moving forward the SDG & AU development agendas on “ the Africa we want”. A selected group of members were designated to reflect on the above and propose an MOU and platform under the Coordination of Amb. FODE SECK, Chairperson of the SENE-GAMBIA JOINT COMMISSION and Senegalese Ambassador to the UN/Security Council - a very strong Panafricanist. Work is in progress. KING DR ROBINSON TANYI
THIS IS THE TIME FOR AFRICANS TO UNITE UNDER OUR FATHER GOD Your Majesties and all other Traditional Leaders , As the co-founder of UKAA, I would like to start by saying this is the beginning of a very auspicious year. 2020 is predicted to bring many prophecies to fulfilment. Africa’s children are hungry, her women are suffering and her crops are dry. God is releasing us from the 400 year curse but we must stop looking for power or strength from idols or our ancestors. Learn from the mistakes and good deeds of your ancestry but don’t make them gods. There is only one true God, and He has only one son, Jesus Christ, who became human flesh on this earth to show us the way to the promised land, Jesus showed us how to free our souls. Always ask yourself, when challenged...
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“What would the Son of God do in this situation?“ He became flesh to show us… Learn from the ancestors, yes, but do not idolize them! Rather learn from our biblical ancestors! Know your Bible! Know the character of Jesus! God also gave us the Holy Spirit here on earth to give us daily guidance and protection. The Holy Spirit is the feminine spirit side of our Father God that dwells on earth with His angels. God sent the Holy Spirit to assist and protect us when called upon. Please call upon the Holy Spirit in your times of need! Protect and warn your people now from the coming calamity. If we do not submit to God, we will suffer! Tell your people not to be fooled and sucked into the sugar coated promises of conglomerates and countries who just want to continue to exploit Africa. No more, we must say!
This is the time for Africans to unite under our Father God. Jesus is our commander. Let Him guide us in these troubled times. Amen. God bless Africa
MARIA Co-founder UKAA
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GOD IS TRYING TO MAKE US AWARE OF WHAT IS REALLY GOING ON IN THE WORLD RIGHT NOW As we enter the month of Shavat in the Hebrew calendar, in the year 5780, which is the month of February 2020 in the Gregorian Calendar, I find myself noticing more than ever, that God is trying to make us aware of what is really going on in the world right now. Conversations all around, now challenge our general news and social media awareness. Our knowledge of the Bible, the accuracy of Bible translations, the different time calendars, religious dogma and customs are topics, frequently arising as the importance is pressing on our conscience. Intellectuals now intensely debate the real meaning of Revelation, Ezekiel or Isaiah. People are questioning the frequent natural disasters and how it relates to Bible’s prophecy and predicted signs in Revelation. Are we living in the end times? “How much time do we have?” are pressing questions in people’s hearts. Africa is experiencing one of its worst locusts plagues at present. Bio-chemical warfare (viruses) has become an economic strong arm, and tool which is now having an impact on us all. Earthquakes are suddenly a strategic anomaly...! The “ONE WORLD ORDER” is now showing it’s true self. The business giants that have exploited the masses for millennia are now being exposed. The Pope is calling for us to unite as ONE WORLD, with ONE RELIGION, in the name of peace. An abomination!? The month of May is being envisaged as the biggest assembly of like-minded
world leaders, youth and NGO organizations to support the Pope. Is the promise of possible peace worth betraying our God and our Saviour Jesus Christ? Is our family’s safety and well-being more important than the betrayal of our Faith? Our Father God? The 400 year curse over Africa was just broken. Idolatry was the cause! God’s wrath on humanity was immensely felt. Will we make the same mistakes again? How do we fight back as citizens of the Kingdom of God? How do we stay out of the way of bombs, gunfire or the countless virus eruptions? How will we pay for food and stay alive, if we are forced to carry the mark of the beast? The computer chip. God warns us to hide in the wilderness. To move out of harm’s way. To avoid the combat at all costs. He promises to protect us if we are truly His children and if we believe in Jesus, His only son, and that His sacrifice and torture on the cross was enough to cleanse us from sin. Never do we have to suffer so severely ever again. Never must be felt cut off from God as Jesus briefly did on the cross. Psalm 22. The answer is. LET GO, LET GOD. Allow the Holy Spirit to lead you. Obedience to God Himself directly and a relationship with God and Jesus directly, is now critical. Religion is manmade! In the name of religion, millions have suffered or died! Do not remain in the trap. Avoid and run from the false prophets that don’t proclaim that Jesus is the Key to salvation. Turn to the Bible and prayer. We are His church! You won’t find God
in most church buildings today! They are empty! Spectacular Monuments of a bygone era! I beg you to transform these buildings into storehouses for God!Turn churches into loving sanctuaries and feeding houses for the elderly and poor! Genesis 41:56, Malachi 3.10. Know this.. God promised to send His Saints to roll out His end time plan. His Golden plan. I know personally that these selected Saints are in different stages of preparation, dear Africans. They will be ready! UKAA is a platform for our Father God. God will deploy His Saints when we need them most. 1 Peter 2:9 Stand by your faith, and stand your ground, citizens of God. We are no longer slaves! This is our God-given African continent and God is taking it back!
SIDONIA Advisor to the King and Spokesperson UKAA
Sidonia
DID YOU KNOW? ADAM’S CALENDAR IS OVER 200 000 YEARS OLD! • Adam’s Calendar is a series of stones believed to be the oldest man-made structure on Earth.
has been declared a heritage pil grimage site by His Majesty King David ( King Dr Tchiffi Zie).
• Sometimes referred to as “African Stonehenge”, it predates both Stonehenge and the Great Pyramid of Giza by tens of thousands of years.
• Adams Calendar is around 22km from Nirvana Country House.
• Also located in Mpumalanga, South Africa, it is a standing stone circle about 30 meters in diameter and
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It is believed that Adam’s Calendar is the flagship of the ruins and that it remains accurate as a calendar following the shadow of the setting sun cast by the central monolith onto a flat calendar stone next to it.
Adam’s Calendar
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HIS MAJESTY KING DAVID (KING DR TCHIFFI ZIE) VISITED THE STATE OF EGYPT Cairo. Sheikh Mohammed Al-Batran extended an invitation to King David (King Dr Tchiffi Zie), which he accepted, to a luncheon at his high institute in Cairo. Minister Muhammad Saafan, the Egyptian Minister of Manpower, received King David (King Dr Tchiffi Zie) and his entourage for a dinner, the following day in one of the magnificent hotels in Cairo.
King Imran & King David ( King Dr Tchiffi Zie)
His Majesty King David (King Dr Tchiffi Zie), Co- founder of UKAA, visited the State of Egypt in December 2019. It was a successful visit by all standards, where he was officially received by Mohamed Saafan, the Minister of the Egyptian Work-force, as well as a popular reception by the Kings, Sheikhs, and Tradional Leaders of Egypt. His Majesty was also received by the Egyptian Parliament and had several meetings which focused on encouraging the support of United Kingdoms of Africa Association and strengthening the African ties to all the African kingdoms throughout the continent. Spreading the message of peace, love and development throughout the continent, is most crucial. Medals were presented to King David (King Dr Tchiffi Zie) on the occasion of his “inauguration” and welcome ceremony and everyone emphasized Ali Droo. The exchange of visits resulted in re-lationship building talks between the king of the African continent, King David (King Dr Tchiffi Zie) and myself, King Imran Ambiou of Egypt. It was cemented with a delightful luncheon in my residence, in Cairo. I also accompanied him on a tour of
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King David (King Dr Tchiffi Zie) was also honored by the Minister who presented him with a most honoured gift, the “Order of Egypt”. King David (King Dr Tchiffi Zie) ex-changed gifts with the Minister, His Excellency President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi, and presented him with an African sword. His Majesty was then invited to attend a meeting of the parlia-ment and had a luncheon with members of Parliament who accompanied King David (King Dr Tchiffi Zie) thereafter on a tour of Egypt’s most visited tourist attractions such as the pyra-mids and the Nile River. It was an honour for me to receive His Majesty. Greetings to all! KING IMRAN
CLIMATE CHANGE MONTH APRIL 2020 Can one plant make a difference? The magical plant known as the Spekboom is starting a revolution and inspiring South Africans everywhere to do their part to combat climate change, one potted plant at a time. KNOWN FACTS: • The plants is also known as Pork Bush or Elephant’s Food • Absorbs the highest amounts of carbon dioxide when compared to any other plant in existence. • A healthy thicket is more effective at removing carbon dioxide from the air than the Amazon Forest, which is known as the lungs of the earth for its contribution to cleaning the air and removing carbon dioxide. • Spekboom can live up to 200 years old • Adapts to its surroundings • It is also an edible plant with very high nutritional value. Ideal in salads! • A highly water-wise plant, needing up to half the water of other plants to survive. Ideal to grow in areas suffering from droughts or water shortages. Since the news of this magical plant reached the ears of a number of South Africans, a movement has begun that could see the tide of climate change turn for good. COMPETITION: South Africans everywhere are motivating each other to plant at least 10 Spekbooms in 2020. It will be enough to significantly clear the air in South Africa, contribute towards reducing overall carbon dioxide counts significantly and hopefully make our Earth a healthier planet.
King David ( King Dr Tchiffi Zie) visiting the pyramids
Nirvana Country House in Mpuma-
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CLIMATE CHANGE MONTH APRIL 2020
VISIT THE PLACE WHERE FIRST LIFE BEGAN ON EARTH
langa, South Africa will plant a giant prayer labyrinth on the edge of the ancient Barberton crater where LIFE BEGAN ON EARTH, according to scientists. This time it will be to EXTEND LIFE ON EARTH!!! Nirvana is near the ancient Adam’s Calendar site in KaapseHoop and on the edge of the Makhonjwa mountain range, which is the Unesco World Heritage site’s nearest info centre. If you join the Spekboom Challenge, share your newly planted spekboom on social media with the tag #Earthscallfoundation and you can also use #NirvanaMpumalanga to join in on the sustainable movement that could make our world a better place for all! For more info on Spekboom go to Earth’s Call Foundation Facebook or the website.
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January 2020 SA FRIENDS OF ISRAEL eration, and the 2016 recipient of the World Zionist Organization’s Herzl Award. He regularly speaks to Jewish and Christian groups about Israel, and writes on the topics of being proudly Zionist, developing a Zionist identity in the diaspora, and on Israel as the startup nation. Ayellet Black – Deputy Ambassador for Israel
Maria and Sidonia attended the evening in support of the initiative.
tween Christians and Jews in Israel and around the world.
INTRODUCING THE PANEL OF SPEAKERS From the left: Jamie Mithi is a communications and political consultant, and an education activist. He has an LLB from the University of the Witwatersrand and is a multi-award winning international debating/public speaking champion and coach.
Chris’s passion is helping Christians understand how they should relate to the unfolding biblical prophesies concerning Israel.
Chris Eden is the National Director of Bridges for Peace, South Africa, an organisation of Christians supporting Israel and building relationships be-
Clive Mashishi is an education manager for South African Friends of Israel, spending his time engaging with other faith, cultural and ethnic groups in the interests of building grass roots support for Israel in South Africa. Rowan Polovin is the National Chairman of the South African Zionist Fed-
SA FRIENDS OF ISRAEL It is amazing to see in our day, the coming together of two faith groups, serving the same God, celebrating and educating each other around the wonder of the divine connection that must exist between the Church and Jewish people everywhere. His Church had the privilege of hosting “South African Friends of Israel” on January, 29, 2020. It was a dynamic and enlightening evening. I would encourage all South Africans to look out for the next event. There are helpful truths shared in these gatherings that move us beyond the political and discriminatory narratives that are taking us and our nation away from God’s heart and His will for South Africa. Quote from Simon Hemsley, Senior Pastor of His Church SA FRIENDS OF ISRAEL This evening exceeded all my expectations. Every Speaker spoke powerful truths each from a different perspective yet all debunking the hateful allegations against Israel and God’s heart for the Jewish nation. I am trusting that more and more people will take the time to hear the truth and in turn align themselves with Israel for God says in Genesis 12v3 “I will bless those who bless you and curse those who curse you.” Thank you SA Friends of Israel for the honor of being part of this incredible event. Quote from Cheryl Watson, Elder at His Church
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January 2020 GOD KNOCKING ON THE DOOR OF BUSINESS IN 2020 doors of boardrooms. He is standing outside and knocking on the doors of executive meetings. He is ready to come in and feast inside the boardrooms and executive meetings of businesses that open their doors to Him. Boardroom tables will become tables where He prepares feasts for those that open the door and give Him a chair at the table, listen to what He has to say and obey His voice. Such businesses will even go and feast at tables in front of their enemies (Psalm 23:5) as the Lord causes them to prosper over unrighteous businesses or those that choose not to hear His voice.
Patrick Kuwana, founder of Crossover Transformation Group
“A season of choosing the voice to follow in business”– Could this be one of Christ’s main messages to the business sphere for the 2020s decade? I believe God’s message to business for the season we have stepped into is clearly articulated in Revelation 3:20 — Behold, I’m standing at the door, knocking. If your heart is open to hear my voice and you open the door within, I will come in to you and feast with you, and you will feast with me. I believe God is knocking on the doors of businesses – He wants the heart of business and not just the outer parts. He wants to be at the frontline and centre of strategy and decision-making in boardrooms and not to be hidden and confined in prayer rooms and Bible study meetings. He wants His voice to become the primary voice that will determine decision-making, strategy and the direction that businesses will take. He is standing outside and knocking on the
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I believe the entire letter to the Laodicean church (Revelation 3:14-22) is one that businesses should pay careful and detailed attention to. The future success of businesses might just be directly related to how Christian business leaders respond to this letter. Revelation 3:14-22 — Write the following to the messenger of the congregation in Laodicea, for these are the words of the Amen, the faithful and true witness, the ruler of God’s creation: I know all that you do, and I know that you are neither frozen in apathy nor fervent with passion. How I wish you were either one or the other! But because you are neither cold nor hot, but lukewarm, I am about to spit you from my mouth. For you claim, “I’m rich and getting richer—I don’t need a thing.” Yet you are clueless that you’re miserable, poor, blind, barren, and naked! So I counsel you to purchase gold perfected by fire, so that you can be truly rich. Purchase a white garment to cover and clothe your shameful Adamnakedness. Purchase eye salve to be placed over your eyes so that you can truly see. All those I dearly love,
I unmask and train. So repent and be eager to pursue what is right. Behold, I’m standing at the door, knocking. If your heart is open to hear my voice and you open the door within, I will come in to you and feast with you, and you will feast with me. And to the one who conquers I will give the privilege of sitting with me on my throne, just as I conquered and sat down with my Father on his throne. The one whose heart is open let him listen carefully to what the Spirit is saying now to the churches. The 2020s decade is definitely shaping up to be the most chaotic, volatile and uncertain ever at a socio, economic and political level, both locally and globally. Economic sentiment, financial markets, business confidence and global trade agreements among many others are being shaken and brought into turmoil at levels that are unprecedented. There is possibly no greater need and time than now for “THE VOICE OF GOD” to intentionally, unashamedly, unapologetically and boldly take a central role in the navigation of businesses at both a personal and organisational level. I believe God is going to shake the stronghold of mammon in unprecedented ways during this decade. “You can’t have two masters………you can’t be directed by the voice of mammon and the voice of God at the same time’”(Paraphrased from Matthew 6:24). “How long will you waiver between two opinions….” — 1 Kings 18:21. This is the time to choose which voice is given a seat around the boardroom table and which voice will determine strategic decision-making. PATRICK KUWANA
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January 2020 TWENTY-TWENTY DECADE ON THE RISE 2020 has been long anticipated in spheres of life since the turn of the millennium. But it’s significance carries way more implications than just it’s nice rhyme or twang to the tongue. As such 2020 comes with a strong sense of power, transcendence and transformation and this will be evident in the radical shift in the rules of engagement in areas of commerce, governance and spirituality. I would like to term it the hour of the under-dog, because it is during this time that we will see many key players rise from obscurity to global focus. It will thus not be a time of business as usual, but the setting and establishment of the new. 2020 therefore speaks of a season of achieving alignment, almost like a wheel and spanner, things both in a small and big scale will lock in and fit to achieve the desired end.
Prophet Aquinas
It also speaks of a season and a time of multiplication. It therefore carries a wave of enablement and increase that comes as support for those who are aligned.
Again a time of sight beyond sight. New, transcendent ideologies will enter humanity transforming the rules of engagement in the business, governance and the religious landscape. Finally, 2020 comes with an impartation and assurance of triumph. So you will see around the world, people and nations being revived in that which is righteous. More and more true voices will rise into places of leadership, and thus you will see a triumph against corruption and immorality. Because it is a season of triumph, this will also translate in a big way in socio-economic development in places where it matters the most and will thus be an hour of great success and transformation. This strategically places Africa to be a great pioneer and player in the next move of God for the world. As such, success in this decade will be determined by principled leadership, the fear of the Lord, which equates a life of high moral values for the leaders and its citizens; and a great stance on righteousness and justice. You are in essence as strong as your weakest link. Therefore, how you treat your vulnerable and your poor will either bring you judgment or favour before the Lord in this hour. And for leaders, it will be an hour that you see those who have servants’ hearts and stand for something being promoted and uplifted and those contrary falling by the side. PROPHET AQUINAS
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January 2020 THE CORONAVIRUS – WHAT YOU MUST KNOW
THE FACTS: 1.
The coronavirus has been declared a global emergency by the World Health Organisation.
2. Incubation period is 9 - 14 days – this means the virus spreads before you know you have it!
6. Evacuations: The US, Japan, and several other countries are now flying their citizens out of Wuhan. 7. Last Friday, the island of Mauritius announced a mandatory quarantine on all passengers (irrespective of nationality) who have travelled.
The latest numbers according to the World Health Organisation: a. Total infected – 24554 confirmed cases b. Outside of China – 191 confirmed cases in 24 countries, 1 death c. China – 24363 confirmed cases d. China – 461 confirmed deaths
PREVENTION AND TREATMENT – PAY ATTENTION TO THESE TIPS:
3. Global Spread: Coronavirus has spread to a further 27 countries (Spain, Russia, Sweden, UK, Macau, Belgium, Italy, India, Philippines, Finland, UAE, Germany, Sri Lanka, Cambodia, Canada, Malaysia, Australia, Nepal, Vietnam, France, Singapore, Taiwan, US, Korea, Japan & Thailand 4. Africa has had suspected cases in Ivory Coast, Kenya and Botswana but to date none are confirmed. 5. China on lockdown: Nearly 60 million people have been under partial or full lockdowns in Chinese cities for a week.
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January 2020 THE ‘MIRACLE’ FRUIT It also grows in Africa and is relatively popular in Brazil and Suriname as well. Jackfruit trees typically grow in tropical and near-tropical conditions, but they can also be produced in Florida, Hawaii, and Australia. The largest tree-borne fruit in the world, jackfruit can weigh up to 100 pounds and grow up to three feet long. (Though, the average size of the fruit is 10 to 25 pounds.) Its huge trees produce massive, green, oblong fruits with a bumpy, fleshy exterior. On the inside, it contains many pale-yellow, plump bulbs, which are edible and joined at the core. The seeds can also be cooked, eaten on their own, or ground into flour.
ORIGIN: The jackfruit is believed indigenous to the rain forests of the Western Ghats of India. It spread early on to other parts of India, southeast Asia, the East Indies and ultimately the Philippines. It is often planted in central and eastern Africa and is fairly popular in Brazil and Surinam. The fruit, known as a jackfruit, is being hailed as a “miracle” crop that could save millions from starvation. And the unique fruit inside of it is just the beginning of the jackfruit’s many wonders. This miracle fruit could help small farmers and landless labourers in Africa to increase their income because it would create jobs and increase agricultural yield. A SUSTAINABLE CHOICE FOR AFRICA With its huge size, nutrient density, and crowd-pleasing taste, jackfruit could also be one of the most promising solutions for sustainable food in Africa.
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Amazingly, one jackfruit tree can grow about 100 to 200 fruits in a year. Compared to the intensive land and water resources necessary to produce meat, jackfruit is far more efficient as a global food source. Danielle Nierenberg, president of Food Tank, which focuses on sustainable agriculture, told The Guardian this about jackfruit: “It is easy to grow. It survives pests and diseases and high temperatures. It is drought-resistant. It achieves what farmers need in food production when facing a lot of challenges under climate change.“ WHAT IS JACKFRUIT? Jackfruit is a species of tree in the fig, mulberry, and breadfruit family. The plant originated in southwest India, where it grows abundantly. And then, it spread to other parts of India, southeast Asia, the East Indies, the Philippines, Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia.
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A ripe, unopened fruit has a strong, unpleasant odor. But the pulp of the opened fruit smells sweet. WHAT DOES JACKFRUIT TASTE LIKE? Eaten ripe and raw, the taste of jackfruit is sweet and similar to pineapple, mango, and banana. When it’s unripe, it has more of a neutral flavor, like a potato, and works well in savory dishes. A great thing about green jackfruits is they don’t have a strong flavor on their own, so they’re able to soak up herbs, spices, and other flavorings. This allows the fruit to be made into plant-based versions of shredded chicken, pulled pork, or other meatbased meals. Jackfruit can be made into a wide variety of dishes, both sweet and savory. And the seeds are often boiled or roasted and eaten as snacks. They are similar to chestnuts or macadamia in taste and flavor.
JACKFRUIT NUTRITION Eating jackfruit isn’t only a fun and meatless way to add something new to your usual meals. It’s also packed with nutrients, including fiber and antioxidants. And the benefits of this tropical fruit are impressive. One researcher even called it a “miracle” food because it provides so many nutrients and calories. Two cups contain 310 calories and boast the following lineup of vitamins and minerals: • Fiber: 6 grams • Protein: 5.6 grams • Vitamin A: 20% of Recommended Daily Intake (RDI) • Vitamin C: 36% of RDI • Riboflavin: 22% of RDI • Magnesium: 30% of RDI • Potassium: 28% of RDI • Copper: 30% of RDI • Manganese: 32% of RDI The seeds are especially nutritious. They are high in protein, potassium, calcium, and iron. THE BENEFITS OF JACKFRUIT FOR YOUR BODY Here are eight ways jackfruit may benefit your health: • Good for your immune system. Jackfruit contains moderate levels of vitamin C, an antioxidant which helps your body fight free radicals and protects you from colds and other illnesses. • Improve your digestion. Jack fruit is packed with fiber, which helps improve digestion and prevent constipation. • May help prevent cancer. Jack fruit contains phytonutrients, such as lignans, isoflavones, and saponins, which have anti-cancer properties It also contains many
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carotenoids, which have been found to help protect against cancer. • Boost your energy levels. Jackfruit has B vitamins, particularly vitamin B6. And it’s high in complex carbs which can give you a boost of energy, with out throwing your blood sugar levels out of whack. In fact, clinical trials conducted at Sydney University’s Glycemic Index Re search Service have found that raw jackfruit has a lower glycemic load (increase in sugar/blood glucose level) than wheat or rice.
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Help maintain blood pressure and heart health. It also has moderate levels of potassium, which helps regulate blood pressure and reduce the risk of stroke and heart attack.
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Support healthy vision. Jackfruit has vitamin A, as well as betacarotene, lutein, and zeaxanthin, which helps improve vision and protects eye health.
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• Improves skin health and reduces aging. The water content in the fruit helps keep your skin moistur ized and youthful. And the antioxi dants help slow the aging process. •
Good for bone health. It’s also high in calcium, which strengthens and helps promote healthy bones. The right amount of magnesium helps with the absorption of calcium. And the high amount of potassium helps decrease the loss of calcium.
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