Trees For The Future Unveils New Look
Agroforestry nonprofit Trees for the Future (TREES) unveiled their new look and logo on Friday in honor of Earth Month. “We’re thrilled to introduce a brand identity that represents the strength, spirit, and longevity of the organization, our global staff and supporters, and the farmers we serve,” says Tim McLellan, TREES CEO. TREES trains farmers in a […]
Save The Date For SEIFSA’s Mainstreaming The Steel Master Plan Conference
The Steel and Engineering Federation of Southern Africa (SEIFSA) will give Government, Business and Labour a chance to assess the progress of the Steel Master Plan (SMP) at its Mainstreaming the Steel Master Plan Conference on May 19 and 20. The Plan — which was launched on June 11 2021 and signed by representatives of […]
Moët & Chandon’s ‘Spirit Of 1743′ Graces The Golden Skies Of The City Of Gold For The First Time
“In our endeavour to triumph every day, how often do we overlook the little things in favour of the big ones? If the last couple of years have taught us anything, it’s to appreciate the here and now and what’s right in front of us,” says David White, General Manager of Moët & Chandon South […]
The Future Of Tech Is In Africa, Payments Are The Stumbling Block
As long as cash still dominates the payments landscape in Africa, it remains a stumbling block to much-needed technological progress and innovation, particularly for SMEs. According to Andrew Springate, CEO of tech and financial gateway service provider PAYM8, things are starting to shift as Africa’s digital payments race begins and true financial participation and inclusion […]
Stratitude Rolls Out Africa Campaign For Nelson Mandela University To Drive Tertiary Education Across The Continent
Africa has the world’s youngest population, with almost 60% of its inhabitants under the age of 25. As a source of growth and progress, the youth is indispensable for the continent’s future, but to make a meaningful impact they need access to good quality education and tertiary education in particular. Nelson Mandela University’s internationalisation strategy […]
Zambia: When Crop Dreams Are Crushed
The first quarter of 2022 has been marked by drought conditions in the southern parts of Africa, particularly Zambia. Here’s a look at the causes, pertinent issues and those working on relief measures. According to the Food and Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations (FAO), small-scale farmers are the country’s predominant food producers as they […]
Radisson Hotel Group Announces Updates To African Leadership Team
Radisson Hotel Group announces a transition in its African leadership team with the appointment of Bert Fol as Regional Director for Africa, focusing on English Speaking Africa and the promotion of Sandra Kneubuhler to District Director for South Africa, in addition to her role as Country Director of Sales. Sandra Kneubuhler, Country Director of Sales […]
Road Safety Is No Accident – The Vital Place Of Markings In The Mix
While road markings may be overlooked from time to time when it comes to the top features that contribute towards road safety, Patrick Smith from World Highways reports that they are “as important as signs, with longitudinal markings informing and warning road users of approaching situations that will require them to take some form of action.” The […]
PRAWA Calls For Insurers And Contractors To Use Certified Waterproofing And Roof Repair Firms
The Professional Roof Repair and Waterproofing Association (PRAWA) has issued a call for insurers, contractors and other construction industry stakeholders to commit to using only certified waterproofing and roof repair firms. JJ Conradie, Executive Chair of PRAWA, says that this is only way to ensure that roofing repairs are carried out to the desired standard […]
Why South Africa Is Primed To Develop Green Energy Practitioners
By effectively rolling out relevant renewables e-learning programmes at the company, organisational and TVET college level, the country can create thousands of jobs and thrive The renewable energy sector now employs more than 12-million people globally, with projections that this number will grow to 25-million by 2030 and at least 43-million by 2050. According to […]