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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The 2012 scholarship recipients of the Advertising Media Forum (AMF) Media Masters scholarships have been announced. They are Katherine Leise (Nota Bene Johannesburg), Arisha Haripersadh (MediaShop Durban), Bahia Ahmed (MEC Cape Town) and Lati Mushiana (Media Basics). 
Investing in literacy and especially providing the community with a facility to read is something that is key to Peninsula Beverages Company (PenBev). This is why they have invested in the Masiphumelele Library in Noordhoek, Cape Town. 
The North-West University is giving learners the power they need to make timeous and informed decisions about their tertiary education. Rolling out from September 2012 the North-West University's team of marketers will target Grade 11 and 12 learners, who are considering furthering their education at university, to educate them about the university and all it has to offer. 
Northlink College has begun its 10th anniversary celebrations this month, with celebrations being held at all of its seven campuses: Bellville, Belhar, Protea, Parow, Tygerberg, Goodwood and Wingfield in the Western Cape. 
September is a busy month for the country's top young mathematicians. The South African Mathematics Foundation (SAMF) co-ordinates the JET South African Mathematics Challenge, the Pan African Mathematics Olympiad (PAMO), the Southern African Inter Provincial Mathematics Olympiad (SAIPMO) as well as the South African Mathematics Olympiad (SAMO) for both primary and high school learners across the nation. 
