Ever had that sinking feeling when you get up in the morning to go to work? There might be a colleague that takes constant credit for your ideas or a boss that do not value what you bring to the table or do not deliver on promises that he or she made. The problem is that most people need their jobs to survive and are reluctant to act on abuse.
We are almost 30 years into the idealistic vision that Nelson Mandela had for South Africa and the failure of Agricultural reform is tangible. Besides the Land Distribution, Land Restitution, and land Tenure Reform, 75% of all redistributed farms failed. Research shows that the reason for this failure is that these farms are given to individuals without preparing them for the management of the land. The lack of skills and lack of managerial and agricultural knowledge contribute to community conflict and that leads to the desertion of these farms, more and more farms become unproductive, and this spells disaster for food security in our country.
Unless your husband is stinking rich and you can afford a chauffeur, nannies, domestic workers
South Africa is a major producer of dairy products, with a high estimated % of total national milk production being used to make dairy products. Dairy farming has become an important industry in South Africa, providing income for numerous rural households, and generating substantial economic benefits for the wider economy.
In the spirit of Easter, chocolate Easter eggs and the fascination with the Easter bunny lets explore the agricultural origin of the wondrous decadence of chocolate.
Nico Brandt was born 10 April 1968. As a child he used to assist his Mom in the kitchen and thinks that this might be where his love for food originated from. He grew up with two siblings in Randfontein where he completed his SHS education.
It is reported that at least 70% of consumers globally are more likely to make purchases based on whether there would be a reduced impact on the environment, and 41% are willing to pay more to do so by buying all-natural and organic goods. Studies show that organic and natural products are set to become even more popular. By Khanyisile Madladla
What you would need to know before planting your first orchid. by Marinda Sauerman
Denis Ackulay also referred to as “Chief Denis” was born on the 21st of July the year he was born in however is Top Secret. He playfully ensures us that his birthday celebration always extends to the 22nd of July and that he prefers to stay the same age for many years to come.
by Marinda Sauerman
There are so many options and an overwhelming amount of online info available so how to decide which is the best choice for you or a family member? by Marinda Sauerman
Elsa spend her childhood in a small Northern Cape town. After completing her BA in fine Art at the University of Pretoria in 1980, she taught art at various high schools and colleges.
Jacquelene Swanepoel describes herself as a business woman, entrepreneur, working mom and wife. Her business community, however, describes her as a quiet woman that has the dynamic presence of a giant. The few times that Jacquelene speaks, everyone listens to every single word she has to say.
What is ultrasound?
An electronic instrument that sends out sound waves from a transducer. The waves pass through fluid and reflects to the probe once in contact with muscle or bone. It produces an image that will identify the relevant parts of an animal’s carcass.
This day is a positive tribute to gender equality and women’s rights. 9 August 1956 marks the day that about 20,000 women marched to the Union Buildings in Pretoria to protest legislation that gave the government control over the movement of black women in urban areas by amalgamating the hated Pass Laws into one Act which would extend its power to include the restriction of the movement of black women in designated white areas.
This year Mimi van Der Merwe celebrates over 60 years of creative genius. She has a passion for art and dedicated her life to her God given talents. She is hard working and had a remarkable and colourful career.
Madiba would have turned 104 had he lived to celebrate his birthday on the 18th of July 2022. He was born into the Madiba clan as Rolihlahla Mandela in the village of Mvezo in the Eastern Cape. By Marinda Sauerman
Ecuador’s zigzag railway track around the Devils Nose is seen as one of the world’s most notorious and dangerous railways. It is also seen as one fine piece of railway engineering. Anyone that had the guts to take the trip will testify of the brilliance of it. By Marinda Sauerman
Steph Jansen van Vuuren was born and raised in Klerksdorp (a mining town in North West). This is where he was introduced to the pageant and modelling world. He entered his first pageant at the age of 15 and from then on, modelling became a significant part of his life.
Floods are the overflow of large amounts of water beyond the normal limit on dry land. It is a discipline of study known as hydrology. Floods are a cause of major concern for agriculture. By Marinda Sauerman
Annemarie Hayward comes from a medical background. She was a professional nurse that spend most of her time in psychiatric and ICU wards. In 1999 at the age of 35 she went to Saudi Arabia where she worked in ICU and only returned to SA in 2003. by Marinda Sauerman
