How Western Cape farmers are being hit by the drought: Lagoons and vineyards from Gydo Pass in the Western Cape. Water is crucial for such commodities. ShutterstockMuch has been written about the ongoing drought and critical water shortages in the city of Cape Town. Residents are bracing themselves for Day Zero – the moment at which most of the city’s domestic taps will run … [Read more...] about How Western Cape farmers are being hit by the drought | The Conversation
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Time Ball Tower, Cape Town Waterfront
Time Ball Tower, Cape Town Waterfront Image by DanieVDM I learnt this at Greenwich actually. The Time Ball (invented by Captain Robert Wauchope) is a signaling device in which a ball is dropped at a given time in order for ships' masters to determine the error and rate of their chronometers whilst in harbour. The Time Ball Tower in the Waterfront was built in 1894 and is … [Read more...] about Time Ball Tower, Cape Town Waterfront
ESI Africa to host water expert webinar on technology to overcome Cape Town’s impending Day Zero
ESI Africa to host water expert webinar on technology to overcome Cape Town’s impending Day Zero: Unique webinar for water professionals, business owners and large water users Photo: ESI Africa Operating a business without water is an unfathomable thought; however, a very real reality for the industries, agribusiness and commercial operations in and around Cape Town. ESI Africa … [Read more...] about ESI Africa to host water expert webinar on technology to overcome Cape Town’s impending Day Zero
‘No-Pay’ MBA Launches in Cape Town
‘No-Pay’ MBA Launches in Cape Town: No-Pay MBA Photo: Shutterstock The option of a No-Pay MBA might sound off kilter to many people, but thanks to open source technology it is now a reality. Self-motivated young professionals aiming to pursue a business education, without going into debt, can now access the innovative option through the guidance and tutelage of a South African … [Read more...] about ‘No-Pay’ MBA Launches in Cape Town
Eastern Cape matric walks the long road to his dream job
Eastern Cape matric walks the long road to his dream job: Lutho Jimana took first place in the Eastern Cape Eastern Cape matriculant Lutho Jimana did not let his long daily walk to school, his overcrowded home where it was difficult to study, nor financial constraints due to his mother’s unemployment get in the way of studying towards his childhood dream job. This month Lutho … [Read more...] about Eastern Cape matric walks the long road to his dream job
