Maria Schiffer is a German-American storyteller, photographer, and certified holistic nutritionist with a deep connection to Africa. Her journey began with a career in high-end editorials and corporate photography, but everything changed when she authored Eating with Africa, an award-winning cookbook that took her across 10 African countries, exploring food and culture through personal stories.

These experiences inspired her to establish BODY&SOIL—a vision dedicated to empowering farmers through a cycle of holistic health that interconnects indigenous foods, regenerative farming, and nutrition. She brings a blend of creativity, nutrition expertise, and passion to the table, focusing on connecting solutions for healthier people and a healthier planet. Maria sees every challenge is an opportunity.

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Maria Schiffer Photography

Eating with Africa

Samuel Nyanzi is an Agronomist and the Director and founder of RUCID (Rural Community in Development) and the chairman of NOGAMU (National Organic Agricultural Movement of Uganda). With 30 years of experience, RUCID is a beacon of knowledge and innovation, supported by a dedicated team of local experts specializing in soil health, indigenous foods, organic farming, and community development.

Through a partnership between BODY&SOIL and RUCID, we are combining expertise to establish a transformative initiative at the college in Mityana.

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NOGAMU