Posts tagged South Africa
COVID-19’s Influence on Rhino Poaching in South Africa

Finally, there is positive news regarding the impact of Covid-19. Amongst all the doom and gloom of the pandemic, researchers at the International Rhino Foundation show that fewer than 400 rhinos were killed in South Africa last year, compared to 594 in 2019 (Maxwell, 2021).

Strict lockdown rules in South Africa, in response to the country’s prominent outbreaks of coronavirus, have prevented social mixing which subsequently reduces the movement and number of poachers and rhino smugglers around the country.

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How this Entrepreneur is Revolutionising the Craft Beer Industry in South Africa

You may not have heard the name Apiwe Nxusani-Mawela before, but she is currently making waves in the craft beer industry - not only in her native South Africa but internationally. Having studied at both the University of Witwatersrand and the University of Pretoria, not only is she incredibly well educated but she is testament that a will to learn and a passion for your subject can help you challenge industry stereotypes, simultaneously inspiring others whilst promoting proactive entrepreneurship.

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