In many bustling African cities—from Nairobi to Lagos, Accra to Johannesburg—urbanization is often perceived as a barrier to agriculture and traditional foodways. Yet a quiet revolution is sprouting: kitchen gardens. These small, home-grown plots in backyards, balconies, or even window sills are transforming the urban foodscape. Beyond just offering fresh herbs and vegetables, kitchen gardens represent a return to self-reliance, cultural continuity, and ecological awareness.