Thari Solutions · Rustenburg, NW

Growing Food & Jobs From Water

An integrated aquaponics farm on Royal Bafokeng Nation land — producing fresh fish and vegetables 365 days a year, while creating 7 direct jobs for the Photsaneng community.

R1.2M
Funding Sought
7
Direct Jobs
90%
Less Water
Mth 17
Break-even
Thari Aquaponics
The Concept

Nature's Closed Loop,
Engineered to Produce

Aquaponics combines fish farming (aquaculture) with soilless plant growing (hydroponics) in a single, self-sustaining system. Fish produce waste that naturally fertilises plants. Plants clean the water for fish. Nothing is wasted — everything feeds everything else.

Our farm will produce catfish and tilapia alongside high-value leafy greens, operating 365 days a year using 90% less water than conventional farming — with zero chemical fertilizers.

FISH TANK Catfish & Tilapia GROW BEDS Leafy Greens & Herbs BIOFILTER Beneficial Bacteria converts waste PUMP Sump Tank nutrients clean water Solar Power ↻ closed loop
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Fish Produce Waste
Catfish and tilapia are raised in large tanks. Their natural waste creates ammonia-rich water that would otherwise harm them.
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Bacteria Convert Nutrients
Beneficial bacteria in the biofilter convert ammonia into nitrates — the perfect, natural plant fertilizer. Zero chemicals needed.
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Plants Absorb & Grow
Nutrient-rich water flows to grow beds where leafy greens and herbs absorb it, growing 3× faster than in soil.
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Clean Water Returns
Plants filter the water naturally. It circulates back to the fish tanks fresh and clean. The cycle restarts — perpetually.
The Farm Design

A Backyard Farm That
Feeds a Community

GREENHOUSE Grow Bed 1 Grow Bed 2 Fish Tank 1 Fish Tank 2 Solar Array PUMP Solar-Powered BIOFILTER Bacteria ▶ Fish Tanks Grow Beds Solar Power Biofilter Water Flow
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Integrated Greenhouse Structure
Temperature-controlled growing environment ensuring year-round production regardless of season or weather conditions.
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Dual-Species Fish Production
Catfish and tilapia farmed simultaneously — both commercially proven species with secured buyer relationships from day one.
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Solar-Powered & Off-Grid Ready
Solar array with battery backup protects against load shedding — the single biggest risk to any South African agri operation.
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80,000L Water Reserve
Borehole, reserve tank, and rainwater harvesting. The recirculating system draws minimal daily water from any source.
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High-Value Leafy Greens
Spinach, lettuce, herbs and kale grown in hydroponic beds — commanding strong margins with Food Lovers Market as anchor buyer.
Community Impact

7 Jobs. One Farm.
Generational Change.

Every position prioritises Balekoje of Kgotla ya Lekoje — and Bafotsana of Photsaneng broadly. 50% women employment target. Wages above minimum. Skills that transfer beyond this farm.

Beyond jobs, 5% of every harvest goes directly to a community feeding programme — every Friday, distributed through a dignified voucher system to disadvantaged residents.

5% Every Friday
Community Feeding Programme — fresh produce distributed to Photsaneng families in need through a dignified voucher system
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Farm Manager
Operations, compliance, training oversight & daily management
Senior Role
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Aquaculture Technician
Fish health monitoring, water quality & feeding schedules
Skilled
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Hydroponics Technician
Plant growth, nutrient management & harvest scheduling
Skilled
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Logistics & Sales Coordinator
Order fulfilment, buyer relationship management & delivery
Sales
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Maintenance Technician
Equipment, solar systems, plumbing & infrastructure upkeep
Technical
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2 × Farm Workers
Daily harvesting, planting, feeding & general farm operations
Entry Level
7
Direct Jobs
Created
50%
Women
Employment Target
365
Days/Year
Operation
R2.82M
Year 3
Revenue
Investment Opportunity
Back a Farm That
Feeds & Employs

This is not a charity. It is a commercially structured farm with secured market relationships, conservative financial projections, and a clear path to profitability. The community impact is the reason the project exists — the numbers prove it can sustain itself.

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Secured Market Access
Gentleman's agreements with Royal Marang Hotel and Food Lovers Market Rustenburg — buyers secured before first harvest.
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Conservative Break-even at Month 17
Projections are deliberately conservative. Year 3 net profit: R960,000. Full financial model available on request.
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Transparent Governance
Quarterly reports, annual audits, and open facility access. Investors of R100K+ entitled to appoint a Board observer.
Generational Community Asset
All employment, training and community benefits are contractually directed to Bafotsana of Photsaneng — not a short-term intervention.
Express Your Interest
Complete the form below and Kgosana Atisang Molotsane will reach out personally to discuss the investment opportunity in detail.
R1.2M
Total Sought
Mth 17
Break-even
R960K
Yr 3 Net Profit
R100K+
Board Observer

Your enquiry will be sent directly to atisang@tharisolutions.com and responded to within 24 hours.