Perhaps while we have an agricultural sector that allows us to feed ourselves, we should look after it. According to the UN's Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO),
climate change is set to affect food prices severely. And while we complain about high food prices as it is, if we end up having to import most of our food, prices will go through the roof and that Sunday roast - and even a staple like bread - will cost a great deal more.
They're non-lethal, apparently... teargas and the like - but some critics are still concerned that SA sold
weapons to Zimbabwe.
On the green front, it seems more and more South Africans are looking to live in 'green' homes. Hence,
such homes are scarce as demand rises. The question is: do those seeking to live in such homes know much about what 'green' is, and do they understand the subject adequately. It seems not, on both counts, apparently.
On the back of the furore surrounding Woolworths and its recruitment policy, a lawyer in the field says
employers should exercise caution when banning non-designated racial groups. Johan Botes reckons that in certain cases, such exclusions could amount to unfair discrimination.
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SEOUL, SOUTH KOREA / TOKYO, JAPAN: South Korea and Japan have temporarily suspended a military exchange programme amid a territorial row over a set of disputed islands, defence officials said on Monday. 
NEW DELHI, INDIA: Joint military exercises between India and China will be resumed after a four-year gap, Indian Defence Minister A.K. Antony announced on Tuesday after talks in New Delhi with his Beijing counterpart. 
Defence manufacturer, Denel, will use the Africa Aerospace and Defence Exhibition (AAD) in Tshwane later this month to showcase the unique quality of its products and services to prospective global clients. 
The South African government recently sold defence force weapons worth R2.25 million to Zimbabwe, Beeld newspaper reported today, 10 September. 
Police Minister Nathi Mthethwa says he is encouraged by the number of police officers trained in dealing with sexual offences. He has now challenged the officers to translate the knowledge gained into practical actions. 
