Malaika Honey

17/04/2025

Did you know?
Worker bees aged 12 to 18 days are nature’s wax makers. They secrete clear wax flakes from special glands on their abdomen, then chew and shape it into the honeycomb we all know and love.

But over time, combs darken as they are used for brood rearing, filled with cocoons, pollen and propolis. That old, dark comb does not just look rough. It can store pesticides and diseases, and its thickened walls are not ideal for raising healthy bees.

Tip from Malaika Honey:
To keep your hive thriving, remove old combs every 2 to 3 years. Fresh wax means a cleaner, safer space for your bees to grow and store honey.

01/03/2025

I can only image how it must be to flee your home escaping war and have to start again in a foreign land. I am compelled by the effort of the refugees. They are learning new skills and the apiaries we established are flourishing.

Uganda is the largest refugee-hosting country in Africa. With over 1.7 million refugees and asylum seekers.

We are working in Rhino Camp Refugee settlement which was established in 1980 during the South Sudanese civil war to accommodate the influx of refugees into Northern Uganda. It now hosts over 200,000.

I am also really grateful to our West Nile team who hold our values dear to bring skills and provide markets to farming refugees.

With strength, we will succeed. 💪🏽💛🇺🇬🛖🌍✨

19/01/2025

I had a great time meeting up with Mike from All About Beekeeping in his apiary in Diamond Creek to demonstrate the use of our bee venom machine back in Australia. 🛠️🐝

It was good to see the Australian bees respond just as well as their African counterparts. We successfully harvested a good amount of bee venom.

I've always brought equipment and ideas back to Uganda from Australia so this was a nice change bringing our innovation to Australia. 🌿💛🦘

📩 For more info, email us at info@malaikahoney.com

06/12/2024

We’re buzzing with excitement to share that Malaika Honey is now supplying beekeeping equipment to The Honey Bank in the delightful town of Yea, Victoria! 🍯🐝🇦🇺🦘🌏

Just a short drive from Melbourne, Yea is a must - visit destination nestled in a picturesque valley. From exploring the tranquil Yea Wetlands to cycling the scenic Great Victorian Rail Trail, there’s plenty for nature lovers and adventurers alike. Foodies will also love Yea’s growing reputation for local delights, including honey, wines, and cheeses. 🧀🍷🍯

At The Honey Bank, Charlie has turned the town’s historic old bank into a unique shop for beekeepers. One of its standout features. The original bank safe, now a treasure trove of beekeepers’ gold.

We’re proud to partner with The Honey Bank and connect our mission of empowering livelihoods through beekeeping with Yea’s vibrant community.

Drop by The Honey Bank to see what’s buzzing, and visit us at www.malaikahoney.com to learn more about our work. Together, we’re making the world sweeter – one hive at a time! 🐝🌍

01/12/2024

Witness the Birth of Royalty! ~ Check out this mesmerizing moment we captured on Malaika Honey Farm, where a queen bee emerges from her cell. 👑🐝✨

🌼 Queen bees are larger than worker bees and live much longer - up to 5 years compared to the few weeks of a worker bee!
🌸 A queen’s diet consists entirely of royal jelly, a protein-rich secretion that helps her develop into the colony's only fertile female.
🐝 Once born, the new queen will embark on a mating flight, meeting drones high in the air to secure the genetic future of the hive.

Bees are incredible creatures, and moments like this remind us of their delicate yet powerful role in nature. 🌍💛

📍 Visit Malaika Honey Farm to experience these wonders up close and learn how we’re breeding queens to support apiculture in Uganda!

17/11/2024

We are hiring!

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26/10/2024

We always have a fun time training schoolkids here at Malaika Honey farm. From learning about our bees and pollination to meeting our friendly goats and chickens, each activity is designed to make learning hands-on and fun! 🐐🐔🐝🌼

Located just an hour north of Kampala, our farm is a perfect day trip for families, a fantastic educational experience for school groups, and a valuable learning hub for farmers. Here, visitors can explore our honeybees, fish farming, and crop-growing areas while gaining practical insights into sustainable agriculture. 🌾🍯

Whether you're looking for a unique family day out, an interactive school excursion, or practical training in farming, Malaika Honey is buzzing with opportunities to connect with nature and learn! 🐝🌼

Call 0782 178 097 or 0709 178 097 for further enquiries.

06/10/2024

Here's a peek at some of the highlights from our recent training workshop! 🙌✨ It was an incredible day filled with lots of hands-on learning, laughter, and interaction. 😄📚 Big thanks to everyone who joined us and made it a success! 🎉 We’re already planning the next one, so if you want to be a part of it, drop us a message. 💌 Let’s keep the momentum going! 💪🐝

04/02/2024

Watch out for imported honey! Especially when it says 'Made in Australia'

Australian Honey Bee Industry Council investigates concerns about imported honeyABC Rural / By Brandon LongPosted 5h ago5 hours agoSun 4 Feb 2024 at 12:15am Capilano's parent company produces a range of imported honey brands.(ABC Rural: Brandon Long)Australia was never a big importer of honey.That w...

21/10/2023

QUALITY AFRICAN BEEKEEPING EQUIPMENT
Beesuits, bee smokers, bee gloves hive tools, brushes, propolis...

All available online at
www.malaikahoney.com

Support our work in Africa and try our equipment. You will not be disappointed.

Since 2006, we make to last.

12/04/2023

https://www.theguardian.com/food/2023/apr/07/judgment-day-at-the-sydney-easter-show-where-good-honey-smacks-you-in-the-face

JUDGE BRUCE ~ Always happy to see our great friend in the news from time to time. he has been a great support for our work in Uganda.

From density to clarity, there are many factors that determine a winner at the national honey competition. But a good specimen is evident the moment you open the jar

28/03/2023

https://www.theguardian.com/food/2023/mar/26/uk-honey-fails-authenticity-test?CMP=Share_AndroidApp_Other

Just be care when you go to the shops. Most imported honey is not pure honey rather sugar syrup feed to bees to maximise production. Often it is shipped to Australia where a small amount of Australian honey is added and then labelled Product of Australia.

Ten samples from Britain were suspected of containing cheap sugar syrup