HOW TO: Save Energy
With another interest rate increase announced today, we all need to be more careful with our hard-earned money. There are many ways to save energy. Anyone can learn various tricks…
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HOW TO: Compost
We’ve all heard of it, but do we really know how to compost? Composting isn’t as simple as throwing your food waste together and leaving it to decompose. There is a…
Indigenous Knowledge Systems: Returning to South Africa’s Roots
South Africa has a rich history of indigenous knowledge systems (IKS) grounded in a strong oral tradition. Agricultural indigenous knowledge is one of the foundations for rural livelihoods, preserving biodiversity…
Tree planting creates a lasting legacy at Nomini Primary
Food and Trees for Africa (FTFA) has a rich history of creating and fostering relationships with communities. Tree planting projects create a lasting legacy – tangible proof of the benefits…
Is industrial agriculture denying us fundamental human rights?
Section 24 of the South African Constitution states: “Everyone has the right to: an environment which is not harmful to their health or well-being.” Yet industrial agriculture is part of…
Effective corporate investment in social development: recognising people’s basic needs
CSI and ESG are both core business strategies for value creation. Yet, they often fail to consider the basic needs and real experiences of the people and communities requiring support. …
Charting the Path to Sustainability: Social and Environmental Milestones of 2022
‘Eco-anxiety’, ‘climate doom’, ‘climate change distress’, ‘environmental existential dread’ and ‘ecological grief,’ are all terms that are commonly used to refer to persistent concerns about the future of Earth and…
Potential solutions to the global food security crisis: diversity, sustainability, and localised networks
Part three of a three-part series on the state of food security in South Africa. There are a number of potential solutions to the global food security crisis. One thing is…
Future implications of global food insecurity for South Africans
Part two of a three-part series on the state of food security in South Africa. Last time we looked at how global crises are affecting food security in Africa. The effects…