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Life Sciences: Sustainability in Sub-Saharan Africa

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Although sustainability is viewed as a global priority, however, it holds critical importance to the Sub-Saharan Africa region. Amidst the vibrant people, beautiful landscapes, and the remarkable economic growth reported for Sub-Saharan Africa, access to quality healthcare and food security however remains a challenge. Jorge Levinson, Senior Bayer Representative for the Sub-Saharan Africa region explores […]

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Pravin Gordhan passes away at 75

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Former Public Enterprises Minister Pravin Gordhan has died at the age of 75. Gordhan died in hospital this morning surrounded by his family. SABC News Family spokesperson Adrian Lackay has confirmed the news of Gordhan’s passing. Gordhan was admitted to hospital earlier this week, where his family said that he would be receiving the best

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Celebrate Mzansi’s diverse heritage by visiting these places

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South Africa is a Rainbow Nation due to its diverse and multicultural society. Also colloquially known as the land of milk and honey, South Africa is home to a rich tapestry of cultures, languages and ethnicities as the country’s population comprises various ethnic groups. By ZamaNdosi Cele – IOL Heritage Day, September 24, commemorates this

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Kagiso Trust awards R3m to SPAR’s rural hub farmers

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Kagiso Trust, through its Tyala Impact Fund, has made a significant impact on rural farming communities by awarding R300,000 each to 10 rural hub farmers as part of its support for The SPAR Group’s Rural Hub farmer development programme. The total donation of three million rand underscores the programme’s success in transforming rural farming communities

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CSI and women in leadership

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Women in Corporate Social Investment stretch across the entire value chain from corporate funders to Community-Based Organisations and the beneficiary communities who are served by the investment. Dipalesa Mpye, Head of Social Impact at Tshikululu Social Investments says leadership is the primary focus for women inclusion in the CSI sector.

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“Education Uplifting Ikasi” Career & Entrepreneurship Expo 31 August 2024

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The 21st Century Foundation, in partnership with Bright Star Academy, is proud to announce the upcoming “Education Uplifting Ikasi” Career & Entrepreneurship Expo, scheduled for 31 August 2024 at Fons Luminis Secondary School in Diepkloof, Soweto. Now in its second year, this pivotal program and event marks a significant milestone in our mission to empower

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The importance of long-term data to improve mathematics proficiency in South Africa

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Monitoring of 15-year maths education enhancement programme shows positive results. By Sarah Cairns – Social Investment Specialist: Education and Lebohang Letsela – Senior Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist at Tshikululu Social Investments Despite high spending on education relative to other countries, South Africa scores poorly on most international education rankings. In 2004, the Centre for Development

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VUT, key to the re-establishment of local community’s food garden

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The Vaal University of Technology (VUT), through the Department of Community Engagement collaborated with the Gauteng Department of Social Development for this year’s Nelson Mandela International Day. The two spent the day at the Kitso Information Development Centre in Boitshepiville, Sharpeville. Primarily, the visit was aimed at supporting the Centre to re-establish its communal food

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Empowering the future: SAS sponsors the #Coding4Mandela Tournament

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SAS has again demonstrated its commitment to empowering youth in South Africa to succeed in the digital era, through its sponsorship of the 2024 #Coding4Mandela Tournament. Increasing its involvement – from sponsoring a satellite event in 2023 to sponsoring the lead event hosted at the Mandela Foundation in Johannesburg this year – is testament to

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PPS supports Surgical marathon for Mandela Day

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The Professional Provident Society (PPS) has added its support to the annual Surgical Marathon in honour of Mandela Day on 18 July 2024 in partnership with African Synergy Health (ASH) a not-for-profit organisation that focuses on expanding access to health by reducing surgical waiting lists. PPS has contributed financially to the initiative along with scrubs

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