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True Grit

Tenacious entrepreneurs make their mark.

The Sorry State Of The Country’s SOEs

How do South African state-owned enterprises stack up against those in other countries and what are the issues surrounding them? Caiphus Kgosana investigates.

Food For The Future

In the six years since the South African government launched “Operation Phakisa” to accelerate development of the ocean-based economy, fishing yields have increased fivefold.

Powerless: Counting The Cost

Power constraints and load shedding continue to have a severe impact on the economy and have been closely tied to job losses.

Build Or Refurb?

In the push for greener buildings, increasingly property owners are also refurbishing existing assets to attract new investment, writes Helen Grange.

The Science Of Soil

Understanding soil can play a major role in farming and food security. Joanne Carew investigates.

The Air I Breathe

Considering how much time we spend at our desks, air quality is not something to be sniffed at, says Anthony Sharpe.

Investing In Landscapes: Who Will Pay?

Protecting biodiversity is not cheap. Money has to come from somewhere says Samantha Barnes.

No Hold Barred

SDT mulls innovative beneficiation initiatives.

Irregular Vs Fruitless And Wasteful Expenditure

The Auditor-General’s review of state-owned enterprises has provided a glimpse of the enormity of the challenge facing the Public Enterprises Ministry and financial services institutions in turning around the dire situation caused by a combination of corruption and ineptitude, reports Jermaine Craig.

Fine Dining, Vegan Style

Anna Trapido talks to chef Rudi Liebenberg of Cape Town’s Mount Nelson Hotel about demand for high-quality vegan fare.

Thrillers, Spillers And Fillers

Hanging baskets and containers are ideal to brighten up small balconies and large patios. Whether you are looking for bursts of brilliant colour or more muted tones, there are various options to delight your senses.

Glittering Performance

Gold continues to appeal.

Sustainable, Sartorial, South Africa

In a world of throwaway fashion, Lisa Witepski finds local labels that are distinguished by their accent on conscious sourcing and production.

Feeling The Squeeze Of The Sandwich Generation

The fictional image of multigenerational families looks like rambunctious meals and shared tales around the dinner table. However, writes Puseletso Mompei, this picture omits the overextended caretaker juggling the responsibilities of raising kids and tending to ageing parents.