Database research record2002·South Africa (Cape Town)
Impact of Community Gardening on Urban Nutrition Security in Cape Town Slums: A Replication Study
Sipho Maseko
Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)
Urban Farm DB summary
To evaluate the impact of community gardening on urban nutrition security in Cape Town slums, a mixed-methods study was conducted over two years. Data collected through surveys and interviews revealed a statistically significant increase in dietary diversity (p < 0.05) among community gardeners compared to a control group. This study confirmed the positive impact of community gardening on urban nutrition security and diet quality in Cape Town slums.