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Elna Schütz

Elna Schütz is a South African freelance journalist working in radio, podcasting, writing, and more.

Comparing medical aids is crucial – this website makes it easy

Having medical aid cover in South Africa can mean important protection and access in the case of illness or injury. But understanding the different options and what they cost can…

UFH Vice-Chancellor and Principal Prof Sakhela Buhlungu; AngloGold Ashanti Vice-President of Sustainability & Closure Business, Kgomotso Tshaka; UFH Deputy VC of Research, Partnerships & Innovation Dr Nthabi Taole-Mjimba; UFH Deputy VC of Teaching & Learning Prof Renuka Vithal; and Senior Vice-President of Group Sustainability at AngloGold Ashanti, Ambassador Baso Sangqu.

AngloGold Ashanti Research Chair in Dairy Science & Technology launches into a bright future 

The chair is part of UFH’s larger plan to be socially and contextually relevant

Prof Renuka Vithal, University of Fort Hare Deputy Vice Chancellor: Teaching and Learning is looking forward to the launch of South Africa’s first BSc in Dairy Science and Technology at UFH, a groundbreaking degree designed to transform the dairy sector.

University of Fort Hare to trailblaze with upcoming Bachelors in Dairy Science & Technology

Producing skilled staff in this field will help to develop the Eastern Cape’s already significant dairy industry

Simpiwe Somdyala, CEO of Amadlelo Agri, celebrates the launch of the new Research Chair in Dairy Science & Technology at the University of Fort Hare, emphasising the importance of this partnership in advancing both local and national dairy industries.

Award-winning dairy producer welcomes new research possibilities 

Amadlelo Agri and UFH are working together to benefit local communities and the broader dairy industry

With the recent launch of the AngloGold Ashanti Research Chair in Dairy Science & Technology at the University of Fort Hare, the Eastern Cape’s potential for growth and innovation is set to expand.

Eastern Cape offers importance and potential for SA’s dairy industry

Conditions are perfect for sustainable dairy farming, but with skills development it could yield even greater benefits

Fanie Ferreira, CEO of the Milk Producers’ Organisation (MPO), highlights the potential of the Research Chair in Dairy Science & Technology at the University of Fort Hare to drive transformative research, address industry challenges, and support small-scale dairy farmers across South Africa.

Milk Producers’ Organisation: Research will improve the industry 

Empowering small-scale dairy farmers across the rural-urban divide is the way forward

Centred: Nomfundo Mogapi takes a mental wellness approach to her work in policy and programming on issues such as justice, governance, development and democracy. (Paul Botes/M&G)

Nomfundo Mogapi: I’m shy, but I found my power

After more than two decades of working with wounded and traumatised leaders, psychologist Nomfundo Mogapi established the Centre for Mental Wellness and Leadership. She speaks to…

Quality time: After Dr Zolelwa Sifumba was in a car accident, which occurred after she worked for 36 hours straight, she realised how important it was to get enough regular rest. (Paul Botes/M&G)

Q&A Sessions: Dr Zolelwa Sifumba on learning to rest and healing herself

Dr Zolelwa Sifumba went from being a frontline healthcare worker to stepping back from clinical work. She speaks to Elna Schütz about her shift into more open spaces

Prepping: Famed Pretoria chef Chantel Dartnall is heading to France, where she will impatiently await renovations to turn a castle into her newest restaurant. Photo: Kevin Mark Pass

Q&A Sessions: ‘My oupa taught me to love food’ — Chantel Dartnall

Internationally acclaimed chef Chantel Dartnall has closed the renowned Restaurant Mosaic near Pretoria to move her life to France and turn the elegant Château des Tesnières…

There is a sanitation crisis In numerous informal settlements around South Africa. Photo: Sewage waste. Delwyn Verasamy/M&G

Testing sewage: The Covid canary in our wastewater

Local scientists are using wastewater-based epidemiology to trace the SARS-CoV-2 virus in South Africa’s sewage system, which could act as an early warning system for outbreaks…