How to consult your way to wealth
Millions are wasted on consultants to perform the work that government officials are paid to do.
On your own? You’re at risk
Small-scale farmers who belong to organised structures are at a distinct advantage.
Limpopo: disaster was not inevitable
If government and farmers had planned ahead, the recent drought would not have killed so many cattle.
Well done – but now let’s get real
The improved matric pass rate masks some unpleasant facts about the state of education.
For the sheer love of farming
Despite the enormous challenges they face, most farmers remain passionate about what they do.
A year of self-serving politics
Instead of focusing on the country’s social and economic needs, government has turned inward.
Looking after number one
Caught snuffling in the trough, our leaders plead ignorance. And they want us to believe them!
Nkandla: a national disgrace
Untold millions are being spent on President Jacob Zuma’s homestead amidst grinding rural poverty.
Title deeds: when will govt relent?
Excellent farmers are being punished because of inept policies which failed years ago.
Stop stealing, and start serving
SA’s leaders would do well to emulate Uruguay’s president, who is as humble as he is effective.
Why security of tenure is vital
Laziness in communities and incompetence in government are driving farmers off the land.
Land tenure: govt needs to act now
Government has been dragging its feet on land tenure reform for two years.
