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Is The Basic Income Grant Feasible?

Duma Gqubule weighs in on the heated debate around the basic income grant’s viability.

Paradise Unlimited

Yup, it exists! Right here on planet Earth.

One Man’s Waste…

The world is facing waste and energy crises, but there are means available to address both challenges at once, writes Rodney Weidemann. 

Fiercely Loyal Local Fashion

South African designers are carving out names for themselves on the international fashion scene. Thando Pato speaks to some of them to find out what it takes to be a global player.

Diamond Trading: Belgium And Africa

Antwerp, Belgium, remains the global centre for the diamond trade. SA Mining recently caught up with Belgium’s ambassador Didier Vanderhasselt to chat about the diamond trading relationship between Belgium and Africa.

Using Mine Closure To Combat Climate Change

By Herman Gildenhuys, environmental consultant at Ukwazi Mining.

Leisure Experiences

Fired up – keep warm and toasty this winter with an indoor fireplace and/or outdoor fire pit. Hasmita Amtha rounds up five to consider.

Food Safety, Future Food Supplies And Packaging

Historically seen as two separate areas, health and the environment are two converging issues within the food and beverage industry – perhaps the first manufacturing sector to see this trend, writes Stefan Fageräng, managing director of Tetra Pak South Africa.

Advancing The Green Agenda

New legislation takes effect.

Securing Finance Is Challenging

Securing financing for a franchise can be tricky – even if it’s a “sure thing”. Here are the seven biggest challenges when seeking funding. By Trevor Crighton.

Energy Crisis

Impact on the economy and what to expect in 2022. By Bonginkosi Sithole: MD of Rand Heavy Industries, a clean energy solutions provider in Africa.

The Golden Rules For Investing In Property

Beth Amato takes a closer look at why property investment remains a valuable asset class.

Fuelling Transformation Efforts

Puseletso Mompei speaks to two women with their feet firmly on the pedal when it comes to breaking into and succeeding in the petroleum industry.

Equipment Producers Hope For Improved Fortunes In 2022

South Africa’s highly specialised mining equipment suited to arduous conditions remains in high demand across the globe, including Africa.

Back To Work

New policies, processes and applications offer ways for people to return to work securely, says Rodney Weidemann.

Why Our Youth Matters

Sanlam speaks to Thando Pato about its involvement in youth education programmes.

Far From Normal

Keith Bain suggests six places to stay where three essentials – escape, awe, and wonder – are guaranteed.

Mbamba Kilenda

A copper producer within a year of approval?

SA Youth Address Key African Challenges

A recent global hackathon brought together multiple disciplines and participants to develop a more sustainable and healthy approach to living. By Rodney Weidemann.

Growing The Industry

The franchising sector is a missed opportunity for transformation, job creation, economic recovery and skills development, writes Delia du Toit.