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18
Feb

Revolutionizing Cattle Health: Digestabile LA® Sets New Standards

Ryan Matthews / 7 months
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2 min read

In the ever-evolving world of livestock management, Digestabile LA® emerges as a game-changer for cattle health and productivity. This natural feed additive, a proprietary liver modulator and protector, is designed to optimize the economic performance of both beef and dairy cattle by ensuring their well-being. The liver, a crucial organ in animal metabolism, often bears […]

17
Feb

Atlas Copco DrillAir Compressors Boost African Agriculture with Efficiency and Sustainability

Ryan Matthews / 7 months
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2 min read

Atlas Copco’s DrillAir range of air compressors is empowering African agriculture with efficient and sustainable solutions for a variety of drilling applications. From ground engineering and water well drilling to geothermal and foundation work, these compressors are designed to maximise airflow at any pressure setting, delivering significant productivity gains. “We understand the unique challenges faced […]

13
Feb

From Bursary to Breakthrough: Nthavela Makondo’s Journey with SKF

Ryan Matthews / 7 months
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2 min read

Nthavela Makondo, a Junior Application Engineer at SKF South Africa, embodies the transformative power of the Golelo Trust, a bursary fund established by the company to support Black women pursuing mechanical engineering degrees. Raised in a family where a fascination with machines was ingrained, Nthavela always dreamt of a career in engineering. However, financial constraints […]

13
Feb

Namibian Manufacturer Switches to Electric, Boosting Efficiency and Sustainability

Ryan Matthews / 7 months
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2 min read

A leading Namibian corrugated paper manufacturer has significantly improved its operational efficiency and environmental footprint by switching to an electric compressor solution. Facing downtime and operational challenges with their existing diesel-powered equipment, the company turned to Desert Airpower, an authorised Atlas Copco Power Technique dealer, for a sustainable and reliable alternative. The previous diesel compressor […]

12
Feb

African Nations Crushed by Debt While Rich Countries Evade Climate Reparations, Warns Report

Ryan Matthews / 7 months
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2 min read

Ahead of the upcoming African Union Summit, a damning report from ActionAid has revealed the devastating impact of foreign debt on African nations. The report, titled “Who Owes Who? External debts, climate debts and reparations in the Jubilee year,” found that a staggering 75.3% of lower-income countries are spending more on servicing foreign debt than […]

11
Feb

South Africa Seeks to Cultivate Global Change as G20 Chair

Ryan Matthews / 7 months
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3 min read

As South Africa prepares to assume the G20 presidency in 2025, the country has a unique opportunity to champion agricultural reforms that will resonate across the globe. With the world grappling with food insecurity, climate change, and the need for sustainable development, South Africa’s leadership can be instrumental in shaping the future of global agriculture. […]

10
Feb

Safaricom and Opportunity International Launch AI Chatbot to Empower Kenyan Farmers

Ryan Matthews / 7 months
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2 min read

A groundbreaking initiative by Safaricom PLC and Opportunity International aims to revolutionize agriculture in Kenya through the introduction of FarmerAI, an innovative AI-powered chatbot designed to empower smallholder farmers with critical information. This cutting-edge technology leverages the power of artificial intelligence to provide farmers with real-time access to vital agricultural insights, including weather patterns, optimal […]

07
Feb

AgriSA Pour Cold Water On Trump’s Land Confiscation Claims Amidst Political Turmoil

Ryan Matthews / 7 months
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4 min read

By Sibhekisipho Fayayo In a week marked by escalating tensions between Pretoria and Washington, AgriSA has criticized US President Donald Trump’s assertion that South Africa is “confiscating land.” The claim, made on Trump’s social media platform has sparked a wave of political unrest and concern within the South African agricultural sector. Political Turmoil and Tension […]

06
Feb

Ivorian Youth Bloom: HortIvoire Project Cultivates a New Generation of Farmers

Ryan Matthews / 7 months
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2 min read

The HortIvoire project, a collaborative effort by leading agricultural companies, has yielded impressive results in empowering young Ivorian graduates and farmers with the skills and knowledge to produce high-quality, safe vegetables for the burgeoning urban markets. Focusing on sustainable practices, the project emphasized the use of modern techniques like hors sol (soil-less) cultivation in small, […]

06
Feb

Namibian Vegetable Import Ban Casts Shadow Over South African Agriculture

Ryan Matthews / 7 months
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2 min read

The long-standing ban on South African vegetable imports by Namibia has been a source of ongoing frustration for farmers and traders, creating uncertainty and hindering regional trade within the Southern African Customs Union (SACU). While recent developments suggest a potential easing of restrictions, concerns remain. “The recent past has seen significant trade friction within […]

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