Saustine Lusanzu

Saustine Lusanzu is a young farmer and climate justice advocate from Tanzania, a Volunteer Leader at Greenpeace Africa and the Founder of the EarthCare Foundation, a youth-led organization working with young people and local communities to advance climate action and sustainable development.

He is also a member of the Global Farmer Network (GFN), where he contributes to global conversations by bringing in the lived experiences of youth farmers from Tanzania on food systems, climate resilience and sustainable agriculture.

Saustine is a practicing farmer based in Kasulu District, Kigoma Region, Tanzania, where he works directly on the land and alongside smallholder farmers in his community. He practices farming on 10 acres of land, focusing on maize, beans, fruits and vegetables and is actively engaged in climate-smart practices that respond to the everyday realities farmers face, including unpredictable weather, soil health challenges and market access. His work on the farm continues to shape his perspective and strengthens his voice in advocating for practical, farmer-led solutions.

His work is rooted in making sure that the voices of young people and rural communities are not left out of climate conversations. He is particularly passionate about connecting climate action with livelihoods, ensuring that solutions are practical, inclusive and work for people on the ground. Through his work, he continues to push for stronger integration of climate education, sustainable agriculture and youth engagement in building a more resilient future.