Load-shedding respite should not breed complacency
While the optimism over South Africa’s electricity supply is refreshing, it may be misguided, even if well-intentioned, say Mzukisi Kota, Lubumba Kamukwamba and Kelly-Rain Green of Webber Wentzel.
Breaking barriers: a change agent in SA wine
Wendy Petersen, a trailblazer in the South African wine industry, spent nearly three decades working towards the empowerment of black women in the industry and transforming communities. She spoke to...
Land Bank positions itself to reclaim its former glory
Land Bank recently emerged from a four-year period of default. Themba Rikhotso, CEO of Land Bank, spoke to Glenneis Kriel at Nampo Cape about what lies ahead for the bank.
Data: hoard it and lose it, or share it and advance
In an increasingly digital world, data is as much an asset as physical resources are. As applications develop, the need to collect mass data to provide personalised solutions is becoming...
Seismic surveys in the Karoo and the possibility of fracking
Mineral and Petroleum Resources Minister Gwede Mantashe recently announced his department’s plans to conduct the first major seismic survey in 50 years in the south-central Karoo. Prof Raymond Durrheim, Emeritus...
Fostering an inclusive, innovative workforce
South Africa’s Employment Equity and Skills Development acts lay the foundation for an inclusive workplace that is prepared for future growth, writes Anton Visser, Group COO of SA Business School.
Innovative programme addresses GBV in rural areas
A ground-breaking programme is addressing gender-based violence in South Africa’s rural communities and empowering young men to fight harmful stereotypes.
The Government of National Unity should bridge the gap when disaster strikes farms
South Africa is hindered by insufficient and incoherent policies regarding disaster relief for farmers, say Dr Theo de Jager and Francois Rossouw of Saai. A solid policy on disaster relief...
Fairtrade: prioritising producers over profit
The Fairtrade movement was one of the first to focus on social and ethical trading. Paul Colditz, commercial director at Fairtrade Africa, spoke to Glenneis Kriel about the opportunities and...
The state of land reform in South Africa
The issue of land reform was mentioned as a positive development in the State of the Nation Address in February 2024, when President Cyril Ramaphosa indicated that the 30% target...
It’s time to give agriculture the recognition it deserves
While it may lack the glamour of other industries, agriculture is arguably one of the most crucial sectors for the South African economy, contributing significantly to food security, employment, export...
Systemic barriers remain for women in agriculture
Contributing to the dignity of women in agriculture is about much more than simply promoting gender equality, says Elizabeth Ralefatane, a programme coordinator at the Seriti Institute.
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