The GCF Knuckles Project organized a special meeting for the Janarukula Women’s Society at Aruppola, Kandy, with the objective of exploring ways in which the Project Management Unit (PMU) could support the society in empowering its members and enhancing their livelihoods. During the discussion, the Janarukula members proposed that distributing coffee plants to selected women […]
Brightens Mahaweli Centre for World Tourism Day COLOMBO, SRI LANKA – Sri Lanka marked World Tourism Day on September 27th with a vibrant ceremony at the Mahaweli Centre, which was officially relaunched as a specialized tourism complex dedicated to showcasing the nation’s indigenous irrigation and water culture. The event, attended by subject ministers, local, and […]
Green Innovation Blooms in Dumbara: Transform Nature’s Challenge into Eco-Friendly Change….. Colombo, Sri Lanka —22nd August 2025 Turning Invasive Plants into Opportunity Implemented under the Ministry of Irrigation’s GCF Knuckles Project, this unique program empowered both school students and out‑of‑school youth across the Knuckles mountain range. The initiative focused on transforming invasive plants into sustainable paper products, […]
Dumbara Haritha Saviya (GCF-Knuckles Project) Strengthens Rural Green Entrepreneurship in Matale and Kandy KANDY: 25.10.2025 The Dumbara Green Empower Project has taken a major step toward revitalizing rural green entrepreneurship in the Matale and Kandy districts by promoting sustainable land management and developing green markets within the Knuckles Mountain Range. A special awareness program for […]
Igniting Green Enterprise: Field Visit Lays Groundwork for Value Chains in Knuckles Region Discussion with Hare Park Estate Workers Housing Cooperative representatives The GCF Knuckles Project has completed a crucial field visit to the Kandy and Matale districts, identifying significant opportunities to develop pilot-level green value chains within estate worker cooperatives and smallholder farmer organizations. […]
IU Midnight Heroes 🌙 While the whole world was asleep, we were still awake—battling with reports, laptops, and endless cups of coffee! By 2:00 AM Between yawns, laughter, and keyboard noises from every corner, we finally got the job DONE! 💪✨ Midnight heroes – duty accomplished!
IUCN Supervision Mission Underway The IUCN Supervision Mission for the GCF Knuckles Project is currently in progress from 24 November to 2 December 2025, supporting the review of climate resilience initiatives across the Knuckles watershed. The mission team is working closely with the Ministry of Irrigation, CIFOR-ICRAF, the Project Management Unit (PMU), and other implementation […]
Landslide Devastates Paddy Fields in Thalagune, Udadumbara A recent landslide in Thalagune, Udadumbara in Kandy District, under the project erea has caused widespread destruction, leaving approximately 5 hectares of paddy fields silted and destroyed. The incident has dealt a significant blow to the local farming community, with many farmers facing uncertain futures. According to reports, […]
Farmer Organizations Call for Nationwide Expansion of the GCF Knuckles Farmland Consolidation Programme Farmer organizations in Sri Lanka are calling for the nationwide expansion of the farmland consolidation programme implemented under the Downstream Development Programme of the GCF Knuckles Project (Dumbara Haritha Saviya), following its proven success in the Anuradhapura District. The programme, currently implemented […]
