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Could South Africa’s Gene-Editing Regulations Decrease Local Food Security?
According to some experts, South Africa’s gene editing legislation is extremely short-sighted and doesn’t bode well for food security concerns, reports Busani Bafana.
Closing The Inequality Gap
In an increasingly unequal world, what power does education have in achieving equality? Tiisetso Tlelima finds out.
Capitalising On Cannabis
Cannabis holds lucrative promise for small-scale farmers, but can it deliver? Duma Gqubule investigates.
Skills Demands And The Role Of TVETs
How equipped are higher education institutions to deal with the modern economy? By Denise Mhlanga.
Here And Queer
Ongoing issues facing the LGBTQIA+ community in South Africa require attention and action now, writes Tamsin Wort and Jade Jacobs.
Food Scraps – More Useful Than You Think
South African companies are driving innovative household waste recycling projects that put food scraps to good use, writes Trevor Crighton.
Designer Home, Lush Views
Well-known South African personality Melinda Bam designed her home in the lush surrounds of a game reserve where views are unobstructed and natural light and a sense of gratitude are in abundance, writes Nia Magoulianiti-McGregor.
Excavating The Tenets Of Ubuntu
Andile Nomlala, BMF president, shares why it is critical to unearth the leadership philosophy of South Africa’s leaders.
Restoring A Healthy Metabolism
With weight-loss efforts and fad diets on the rise, many people don’t realise they may be sabotaging their efforts by working against their metabolism and undermining their wellbeing.
New ASM Policy And Resettlement
Guidelines: progress, but grey areas remain. By Nomsa Mbere, partner and Jaqui Pinto, senior associate at Webber Wentzel.
An Unjust Education System
Professor Jonathan Jansen, Professor of Education at Stellenbosch University and president of the Academy of Science of South Africa, shares how we should deal with the visible injustice framing our children’s schooling experience.
Reset, Rebuild, Recover And Buy Local
Localisation is the key driver of economic recovery, writes Eustace Mashimbye, Proudly South African CEO.
DJ Zinhle: Finding Balance
Eating healthily, a daily intense workout and making time for self-care and socialising helps DJ Zinhle cope with her hectic schedule. By Nia Magoulianiti-McGregor.
Driving Diversity To Transform The Economy
As a BBBEE level one contributor, Joy Global (part of the Komatsu Mining Corp. Group) understands how imperative it is to transform the industry and improve the lives of miners and those in local communities.
Custodians Of History
In a modern world where experiences are favoured over objects, and memories are captured on social media rather than treasured by holding onto cherished items, is there still a place for antiquing? Anél Lewis finds out.
Better Safe Than Sorry
Safety, driven by the principle of zero harm, lies at the core of the mining industry. Digital technologies now offer new innovative ways to improve safety in this arena.
Can Virtual Internships Offer A Competitive Edge?
On-the-job training is vital for prospective employees hoping to work at a top company in a competitive environment. Virtual internships take this to the next level, offering South Africans valuable exposure to international companies, writes Anél Lewis.
A Multipronged Approach To Stave Off Hunger
Denise Mhlanga highlights the work of hunger relief programmes in the Eastern Cape, Limpopo, Mpumalanga, Northern Cape and North West provinces.
Turning Precious Metals Green
The agreements made at the recent 2021 United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP26) haven’t just affected the South African coal mining sector, but may influence other mining sectors such as the precious metals industry.
Quality Early Life Development
It’s widely known that the first five years of a child’s life are crucial for developing the skills needed for future learning and economic productivity, but is enough being done to ensure wider access to early learning opportunities? Anél Lewis looks at the importance of partnerships.
