Sustainable Agriculture Expert - Inge Kotze at Sustainability Week
Caption: This year boasts the inaugural annual Food Security Seminar, which forms part of Sustainability Week taking place from 17 to 19 June 2014 at the CSIR International Convention Centre in Pretoria. Leading environmental media and sustainability company, alive2green, has confirmed a stellar line-up of experts in the field of food security as part of the three day conference. Introducing World Wide Fund for Nature – South Africa’s (WWF-SA) Agriculture and Food expert, Inge Kotze (above).
Environmental enthusiast, Inge Kotze, has eighteen years of experience in the field of biodiversity research, conservation planning and environmental management. Her impressive credentials as the Senior Manager of WWF-SA’s Sustainable Agriculture Programme and winner of the International Green Personality of the Year in the UK Drinks Business Awards, speaks volumes about the calibre of experts confirmed to speak at the Food Security Seminar on 19 June 2014 at the CSIR International Convention Centre in Pretoria.
Three years ago, Kotze became the Senior Manager of WWF-SA’s Sustainable Agriculture Programme, where Nedbank is the sponsor and key partner. The programme focuses on sustainable agriculture, with partnerships in the sugar, wine, fruit and livestock industries. This extensive programme is a new, national addition at WWF-SA and was developed by Kotze herself.
As the threat of climate change grows and rainfall patterns are affected, the question of food security becomes a practical and real concern. Kotze spent ten years as an Environmental Researcher at the CSIR in the Biodiversity Research Group and eight years implementing research and conservation plans within key business sectors. She will be sharing insights into enhancing food security through case studies in agricultural best practices insights at the seminar. Not only will she share her unique experience at the conference, but she will explain how to adapt and use the implementation of sustainable agricultural practices and natural resource management to South Africa’s benefit.
Gordon Brown, Director of alive2green comments, “As hosts of the Food Security Seminar, we are honoured to welcome experts such as Inge Kotze to speak and contribute thoughts to the formulation of the best course of action for South Africa when it comes to food security.”
“At Nedbank we endeavour to integrate sustainability into every aspect of how we work and who we are. As the green bank, that started its Sustainability journey almost 25 years ago, partnering with Sustainability Week was an opportunity for all South Africans – individuals, business, government, civil society and communities – to debate and discuss the issues that collectively affect us. This ranges from food security, water stewardship and conservation, renewable energy, waste management and more sustainable living. As a corporate citizen in South Africa we believe that companies who operate sustainably are not only able to reap significant rewards themselves, but also contribute toward a more sustainable planet,” says Masada Ratshikuni, Head of Cause Marketing at Nedbank.
Kotze is one of four Nedbank affiliated experts speaking at Sustainability Week. Among them are Marco Lotz (Energy Seminar, 18 June 2014) and Brigitte Burnett (Green Business Seminar, 19 June 2014).
For more information about Sustainability Week, visit www.sustainabilityweek.co.za or contact e-mail: info@alive2green.com Tel: 021 447 4733
Striving for a green economy
Leading environmental media and sustainability company, alive2green, has confirmed yet another stellar line-up of conferences, seminars and public lectures for this year’s Sustainability Week, which will take place from 17 to 19 June 2014 at the CSIR International Convention Centre in Pretoria. The City of Tshwane is this year’s host city and will participate in all seminars, dialogues, as well as the exhibition where it will launch Tshwane’s Green Outreach Programme which forms part of the greater Tshwane Green Economy Strategic Framework.
Delegates will be able to attend the prestigious Cocktail Function where the Tshwane Green Outreach Programme will be launched on 17 June 2014 – an event not to be missed! This hard hitting campaign is a two year awareness and educational programme aimed towards city residents and set to start in June 2014. Sustainability Week’s exciting three-day conference will also be opened by the Executive Mayor of Tshwane, Councillor Kgosientso Ramokgopa, at the Green Building Conference on 17 June 2014.
The City of Tshwane’s Green Economy Strategic Framework which was approved by a Mayoral Committee in September 2013, is an eco-visionary’s masterpiece which encourages a resilient and resource-efficient city that creates jobs, stimulates economic growth and sustainable development. The City Sustainability Unit realised the need for an awareness programme to communicate the framework to the community in a simple yet thought provoking way, and so the Tshwane Green Outreach Programme was developed. The programme’s aim is to encourage residents to change their behaviours and lead sustainable lives. Delegates attending this year’s coveted Sustainability Week will be rewarded with knowledge and insight into this broad based policy and awareness programme.
Councillor Ramokgopa says that the city is well under way to achieving its Tshwane Vision 2055 which is: ‘By 2055, growth and development in Tshwane will be driven by an economy that supports a sustainable, vibrant, liveable and prosperous city, through integrated ecological, social, economic and spatial agendas that promote human and environmental wellbeing.’ Sustainable mass transportation systems, a non-motorised transport network, diversion of waste from landfills through a multi-waste management and recycling facility, and protection of natural resources are just some of the initiatives which have already gained traction in the implementation of Tshwane’s Green Economy.
“In order for South Africa to benefit from a Green Economy, such as the green vision of the City of Tshwane, communities and businesses should be properly informed about what is expected of them and how they can positively contribute to a greener South Africa,” says Gordon Brown, Director of alive2green. “Sustainability Week is a means to create greater awareness about the current adverse environmental situation in the country, and showcases best practices on how to change behaviour and adopt a more resource efficient approach to production and delivery of services.”
Sustainability Week and the City of Tshwane call on all South Africans to contribute to society by shifting towards a greener, more sustainable economy, one that provides for all citizens now and into the future.
“We are very excited to have the City of Tshwane on-board as the host city for Sustainability Week, to share their best practices and learnings for a better, greener and more sustainable society,” concludes Brown.
For more information about Sustainability Week please visit: www.sustainabilityweek.co.za or contact e-mail: info@alive2green.com Tel: 021 447 4733
Cape Town Business Coach voted top 100 in the world
Cape Town Business Growth Expert, Kathi Clarke - owner of Building Best Business – has been placed in the top 100 ActionCOACH Business Coaches in the world in the first quarter of 2014.
Cape Town’s Kathi Clarke beat over 1 000 international Business Coaches to rank as a top performer in the Top 100 in the world. This achievement is all the more significant with ActionCOACH being recently awarded 58th place in Franchise Directs’ Top 100 Global Franchises and the number one business services “consulting” company / franchise in the world.
Clarke has been put through the paces for her achievement with the judging criteria including lead generation and conversion rate, number of new and existing clients, client retention, business earnings and more. Clarke comments, “Wow, coming from Africa and ending up in league with the best of Business Coaches has been a huge blessing – it reminds me again that with hard work and determination, we really can hold our own globally.”
Kathi was also one of 12 Business Coaches to receive international recognition and an annual award at the Annual EMEA (European, Middle East and Africa) Business Excellence Forum held in Brighton this year. The award was in recognition for successful coaching of SME businesses and building a niched, consistently profitable business herself which as a Coach constitutes a role model for her SME clients.
Not only is Kathi achieving significance and recognition in her field, but more importantly her clients are thriving too:
● Three current and two former clients were nominated for Cape Town’s BWA Business Woman of the Year;
● One of her professional service clients received two national awards for excellence in their field;
● One of her conferencing/eventing clients scooped the coveted Summit 2014 tender award;
● 31 current clients experienced significant (between 15% and 602%) growth in profitability;
● Two expanded from their garage into international markets in the last 12 months;
● 53 jobs were created / filled in the last year;
● Two successfully exited their business
Kathi Clarke is an Industrial Psychologist, international award winning and certified ActionCOACH Business Coach and a business growth expert. With over 25 years’ experience in growing businesses in 5 African countries, she returned to Cape Town in 2010 and has successfully helped more than 50 entrepreneurs to significantly grow their profits, develop entrepreneurial muscle and enjoy the lifestyle which prompted them to start their own business in the first place. Contact her if you’re a small business wanting to get bigger or a bigger business wanting to get better.
Fun, fresh air and valuable lessons at Mustadafin Foundation’s Youth Leadership Camp
Caption: Mustadafin Foundation’s aim of uplifting disadvantaged communities and educating the youth in the Western Cape region reached another level with their inspirational youth leadership camp, which recently took place at the picturesque Chrysalis Academy in Tokai, Cape Town. A total of 57 youngsters aged 13 to 26 attended the camp with the theme ‘Awakening the leader within’.
The youngsters from Athlone, Vygieskraal, Kewtown, Hanover Park, Khayelitsha and Delft are no strangers to adversity with most of them residing in single parent homes in informal settlements. “These children are exposed to gangsterism, gang fights, death, drug addiction, alcoholism and violence on a daily basis. This is why youth programmes of this nature are so relevant and pertinent. The camp helped increase their self-esteem, inspired them to connect further with their spirituality, taught them balanced living and how to deal with everyday challenges as well as improve their leadership skills,” says Fidaah Edries, Youth and Mental Health Co-ordinator at Mustadafin Foundation.
Upon their arrival, the enthusiastic youth received hampers containing a book and a pen, face cloth, Vaseline, soap, antiperspirant and snacks. Fun-filled activities taught them how to connect with nature and let go of the past. Another highlight of the camp was Edries’ motivational talk titled ‘It’s not the chances we take, but the choices we make that will determine our destinies’.
“Most of the youth never had the opportunity to travel out of their area of residence due to poverty, let alone experience nature. The most remarkable moment of the camp for me was when a boy from Hanover Park told me it’s the first time he had hiked up a mountain, and seen baboons. He enjoyed it so much he wanted to stay on the mountain the whole day and was amazed at how fresh the air was. He was also extremely afraid of baboons, but then got over his fear the second day and walked beside them,” says Edries.
The air was filled with laughter and excitement and a lot of great activities for all the youth. “We did a lot of fun activities during the camp and I enjoyed the obstacle course the most. The camp taught me to work together in a team, be brave and always think positive,” says Nadeefa Hendricks from Kewtown.
19 year old Shadley Jooste from Belgravia says, “What I will take from this camp is to lead children on a straight path, teach them new things and make them laugh. Another valuable lesson I learnt is not to listen to your mind but your heart.”
The youth camp was co-ordinated by Fidaah Edries and the head facilitator was Nazley Behardien, a Mustadafin Executive.
The next camp will take place from 10 - 12 October 2014 during the school holidays and the theme will be From Personal Leadership to Social Upliftment Excellence.
As youth camps of this nature are very costly, financial assistance would be greatly appreciated. The donations Mustadafin Foundation require for the camp are toiletries, games, drinks, food, blankets and towels. If you would like to assist or donate please call Fidaah Edries on 021-6330010 or email yhd@mustadafin.org.za
For more information visit Mustadafin Foundation at www.mustadafin.org.za
Mustadafin Foundation’s banking details are as follows, should you wish to make a donation:
Account name : Mustadafin Foundation
Institution : Standard Bank
Branch Code : 025909
Branch : Athlone
Account no : 072778377
Hearty meals for distressed parents at the Red Cross War Memorial Children’s Hospital
Caption: There are few events as stressful for parents as having your child hospitalised due to severe illness or injury, especially for impoverished families who can’t afford the trip to the hospital. Mustadafin Foundation (a non-profit organisation operating in the Western and Eastern Cape) together with The Friends of the Children’s Hospital Association (FOCHA) recognise parents’ needs whose children are hospitalised at the Red Cross War Memorial Children’s Hospital and are therefore partners in the Meal-a-Day Programme. Over the past year the programme provided nutrition and care to almost 100 parents a day.
Many of the parents who sit day and night at their child’s hospital bedside are unemployed, single parents who have travelled far to reach the hospital where their child can receive medical attention. Feeding themselves is the last thing on their mind but for the past year, parents are comforted with a warm and healthy meal from Monday to Friday in the hospital lounge thanks to the Meal-a-Day Programme
“The children at the hospital are really ill with ailments ranging from kidney disease, heart disease and premature birthing difficulties. For many of the parents lunch time is the only time away from their child’s bedside. The sense of isolation disappears when parents have the opportunity to interact with other families who are dealing with similar, devastating situations,” says David Stephens, Director at FOCHA.
“I’ll never forget one dad whose seven year old son was a gunshot victim from Manenberg. He would come to me daily after lunch and say, ‘David, this is the highlight of my day. I know I’m going to get great food, a friendly smile from the staff and so much support. Thank you. I can taste the food was made with love and good intention.’ Lunch time becomes an oasis with a range of support. We aim to educate parents about their child’s illness, offer group support and train them in health and hygiene,” explains Stephens.
Every afternoon the hospital lounge comes alive with a buzz of conversation from parents who eagerly queue to find out what the day’s menu is. There is a stream of greetings and chatter, chinking plates and then a hush as they all dig in and enjoy the food.
A twenty year old mother, Robyn Klaasen, smiles her thanks and says, “I get to take care of myself for this short time when I eat, then I can go back to my child feeling a little stronger. My husband came from Atlantis to be with us after I was alone here for five days. Now at least I’m not so alone.”
Another mother, Kawthar Wessels, has been at her baby’s bedside for six days without going home or being relieved by family members. “When I sit with the warm meal on my lap and I smell the food, I can almost imagine being home,” says Wessels.
This project holds special value for Mustadafin Foundation. “These families need to know that there is support in their lowest moments and that they too are cared for. Hearing their various circumstances makes us understand the necessity and the privilege of doing what we do. Some of these parents are here for months on end and we are very pleased to make a difference in their time of need,” says Dawood Bisha, Feeding Coordinator at Mustadafin Foundation.
If you would like to support this initiative, contact Mustadafin Foundation at www.mustadafin.org.za or 021 633 0010. Visit FOCHA at friendsofthechildrenshospital.org
An inspirational woman serving the Cape Town community for over 30 years
Caption: Ghairunisa Johnstone, Founder and Director of Mustadafin Foundation (a non-profit organisation operating across the Western Cape and Eastern Cape to uplift communities and empower people), describes herself as a servant of the community, who from the young age of 13 years old found meaning in the act of giving of herself and her time to those in need.
In 1986, a concerned group of friends with a passion and commitment in making a difference in their local community, decided to do something about the plight of those less fortunate than themselves, and so the Mustadafin Foundation was born. Spearheaded by Ghairunisa Johnstone, the group regularly went into informal settlements to assist the less fortunate with preparing food, clothing, health care and education.
As time passed, many of the founders moved on when limited funding made it difficult for the non-profit organisation to sustain itself financially. This did not deter Johnstone who was determined to keep meeting the communities’ growing needs and worked tirelessly to assist the less fortunate with only a driver as support.
During this time the non-profit organisation educated, served and empowered the destitute in being self-sufficient, self-reliant and independent. “During 2013 we worked closely with 150 youth in Khayelitsha and Mitchells Plain, many of whom attended our youth skills projects, and helped place them in entry level jobs. Sustainability is fundamental in these situations and we provide the necessary tools to people so they can take care of themselves and their families,” says Johnstone.
Education is at the heart of the organisation’s programmes and they use this tool to empower people to make fundamental changes in their lives by providing skills development workshops, job creation programmes, lifestyle workshops and disaster prevention training.
One of Mustadafin Foundation’s daily challenges is funding. Without financial backing the organisation is faced with scarcity of resources, a lack of proper facilities and staff capacity. “Another challenge for us is the places we visit and assist on a daily basis. These communities are often volatile, posing a great safety and security risk. Development within the communities we serve is hindered by gangs, violence and social apathy,” explains Johnstone.
But these challenges are not deterring Mustadafin Foundation to meet its goals. Johnstone says their greatest achievement of the past year was to issue a number of school and tertiary study bursaries for children in need as well as to clothe almost 600 orphans for Eid celebrations. Another proud moment was being recognised in a study at the University of Durban Westville as the number one non-profit organisation in South Africa for delivery with the minimum funds spent on administration.
“Our aim for the end of 2014 is to be a household name in the regions we operate in as the place where people can volunteer to serve the needy, share skills and send their monthly donations to support community development. The best way for people to get involved with our work is to support us financially or to sign-up for volunteering in our numerous projects,” concludes Johnstone.
For any more information about Mustadafin Foundation, and to find out how to donate or to volunteer your skills or equipment for the organisation’s various projects, please visit www.mustadafin.org.za or contact 021-633-0010.
Mustadafin Foundation is also on Facebook www.facebook.com/MustadafinFoundation
ABOUT MUSTADAFIN FOUNDATION
The Mustadafin Foundation was established in 1986 as a result of political unrest and violence in the Crossroads Township. Crossroads, at that time was isolated and violence that erupted was due to faction fighting. It had a devastating effect on the local community, particularly women and children.
In order to support the community, a group of professionals offered their expertise, skills and resources. They provided medical care, trauma counselling, accommodation, food and clothing. This group encompassed such a wide range of people working constructively towards a common goal that it was decided to formalise the situation in the hope that this initiative could be maintained – this saw the birth of the Mustadafin Foundation.
MAKE A DIFFERENCE AND DONATE
To help bring about change and assist Mustadafin Foundation to continue serving the needs of the destitute, deprived and oppressed communities in South Africa, make a difference and donate!
You are able to swipe your debit or credit card at our office or make an EFT payment into our account.
To make a payment by EFT or at a bank please use the details below:
| Bank | Standard Bank |
| Branch | Athlone |
| Branch Code | 025909 |
| Account Number | 072778377 |
| Swift Code | SBZAZAJJ |
| Reference | Your name |
Buffalo City Metropolitan Municipality calls for All Hands on Waste
All residents of the Buffalo City Metropolitan Municipality (BCMM) area are urged to participate in the metros All Hands on Waste Campaign that is currently being rolled out – it is easier than you may think!
With natural resources rapidly depleting and landfills getting fuller by the day, it is up to each of us to do what we can to reverse these effects and ensure a clean, healthy environment for ourselves, and for generations to come.
This is the message of the All Hands on Waste Campaign, an exciting project aimed at giving practical, easy-to-understand waste management information to households in the Metro. ‘This programme is funded by the Department of Environmental Affairs and implemented by the East London IDZ on behalf of the Buffalo City Metropolitan Municipality.
“Recycling is simple”
“Many people hear the word ‘recycling’ and think it’s a complicated and a time-consuming process,” says BCMM Community Services Portfolio Head Councillor Nomfezeko Ngesi. “But the truth is, recycling is simply the act of disposing of items correctly, once they can no longer be used by the household,” continues cllr Ngesi. “Absolutely everyone can recycle and the smallest effort makes a huge difference.”
“With the implementation and role-out of this programme we fully expect to win the war on waste in Buffalo City,” says Nosi Sikweyiya from BCMM Waste Minimization unit.
Colour-coded System
The All Hands on Waste Campaign will be implementing a colour-coded waste separation system within selected wards during this initial pilot phase, and urge the public to get involved and be proactive about the waste they create. To facilitate this, households will be given three different-coloured bags to keep their waste separate.
Clear Bag - The clear bag should be used for all material that can be recycled – in other words, processed and made into something else. This includes paper, cardboard, glass, metal (cans) and plastic, including plastic shopping bags. The public are to ensure that these materials are rinsed prior to putting these into the clear bags. All the recyclable materials collected will be transferred to the Oriental Plaza Buyback centre where it will be further processed in the recycling value chain. The BBC will be opened to the public at a later stage of the project and the public will be informed.
Green Bag - The green bag supplied should be used to dispose of organic waste; anything that decomposes naturally. This includes fruit and vegetable waste, kitchen waste such as tea bags and coffee grinds, and waste from the garden. All the organic waste will be transferred to the composting facilities that will be located in Mdantsane and the ELIDZ. The compost produced will be used for organoponics (a process of growing ‘organic’ low carbon food). The food produced will be sold back to the communities where the waste is being sourced as well as to organic food markets. The surplus compost will also be sold back to the community for use in their gardens.
Black Bag - The black bags should be used for all other municipal waste that cannot be recycled and won’t decompose naturally. These black bags should be put out on a different day in accordance with the municipal schedule and as detailed in the pamphlet to be handed to the householders targeted in this pilot phase. According to Cllr Ngesi, separating household waste into three different bags is a habit, which once formed, is incredibly easy to maintain.
“Other ways household members can get involved include keeping their own area and community clean,” adds Cllr Ngesi. “Also by reducing their energy consumption, not littering in any way and ultimately – learning to make less waste in the first place.”
Roadshows will be held in the selected wards, schools as well as door-to-door campaigns. Students from the Department of Environmental Affairs Youth in Waste Programme will be used to conduct the door-to-door campaigns and will be identifiable with their uniform, a t-shirt branded with the department’s logo and identification badge. They will be informing the households about the project and also collecting huseholders’ information such as cellphone numbers to be utilised for SMS campaigns about the project.
For more information on the project and to find out collection times for different East London suburbs, members of the public are invited to contact BCM Waste Directorate on (043) 721 1969.
Caption - Students from the Department of Environmental Affairs Youth in Waste Programme will be used to conduct door-to-door campaigns to encourage households to recycle their waste. The participants will be identifiable with their uniform, a t-shirt branded with the department’s logo and identification badge. They will be informing the households about the project and also collecting householders’ information such as cellphone numbers to be utilised for SMS campaigns about the project. For more information on the project and to find out collection times for different East London suburbs, members of the public are invited to contact BCM Waste Directorate on (043) 721 1969.
The magic of Ray-Ban sunglasses unfold
Caption: Over 3 000 memorable conversations were started about the benefits of Ray-Ban’s Polarized sunglass lenses in just six days across three cities at the beginning of summer, thanks to the innovativeness of the EnOv8 Event Management team.
EnOv8 Event Management organised the activations in three of South Africa’s biggest cities in Cape Town, Durban and Johannesburg. Visitors to Canal Walk, Gateway and Sandton City had the chance to experience the benefits of Polarized lenses and see for themselves how the glasses cut the glare in outdoor and driving situations.
The outdoor experience created indoors, helped consumers to experience the benefits of Ray-Ban Polarized lenses. Mall-goers were encouraged to try on their favourite style of Ray-Ban sunglasses, with Polarized lenses, while sitting in a Jeep with a bright Polarized light reflecting off the bonnet to represent the glare created by the sun. Once visitors put the Polarized sunglasses on, they could see how the Ray-Bans eliminated the glare with zero strain on their eyes and better clarity.
As part of the visitor experience, there was also an un-Polarized screen on display. A dismantled television with the polarized filter removed from the screen appeared to be plain white to anyone not wearing Polarized sunglasses – images ‘magically’ appeared when Ray-Ban’s Polarized sunglasses were worn.
All Ray-Ban fanatics took home a printed photo of themselves wearing their favourite frames as well as a R250 discount voucher that was redeemable at the optometrists in that specific mall towards the purchase of a pair of Ray-Ban Polarized sunglasses.
“During the activation we helped portray Ray-Ban as the coolest eyewear brand on the market and that for the past 76 years they have invested in eyewear, with a strong focus on quality and technology,” says Nicole Rollings, owner of EnOv8.
“The activation ran smoothly - as always by the EnOv8 team - and became part of the larger Ray-Ban Polarized campaign that carried through at store level towards the end of 2013. Ray-Ban Polarized replenishment orders post the campaign period were very strong for our local market and extremely positive within international standards,” says Thera van’t Hof, Brand Manager: Ray-Ban, Vogue Eyewear and Persol.
For more information about EnOv8 and how they can help you with your activations, contact 021 4040 645 or visit www.enov8.co.za. Join EnOv8’s Facebook page at www.facebook.com/enov8
Sustainability Week - Advancing the Green Economy in South Africa
Caption: With the roll-out of major renewable energy, green building and sustainable transport projects in 2013, South Africa is steadily becoming a leading green economy. To highlight the actions and interventions of thought leaders, policy makers, practitioners and producers within the country and beyond, alive2green will once again host Sustainability Week from 17 – 19 June 2014 at the CSIR International Convention Centre in Pretoria – undoubtedly the highlight of the annual environmental calendar.
This year’s multifaceted Sustainability Week will take place from 17 to 19 June 2014 at the CSIR International Convention Centre in Pretoria. The event offers various opportunities for investors, businesses and consumers to learn, share, and ultimately help improve environmental and economic performance.
Green Building Conference 2014
Join international thought leaders such as Dr Elizabeth Farrelly from the Sydney Morning Herald, and built environment designer Alberto Kalach from Mexico City, along with a host of leading South African green building experts, who will share knowledge and best practice ideas. Green Building 2014 will feature Master Classes, technologies and materials, as well as case studies of exceptional buildings.
Sustainable Energy Seminar 2014
Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy are fast converging into one bold new field – smart energy. This seminar will explore the idea that every effort should be made to redesign and reconfigure processes to be more energy efficient and reduce peak demand.
Sustainable Transport & Mobility Seminar 2014
Marine pollution, tail pipe emissions, profound degradation of secondary roads and high road accident fatalities are the most obvious signs that our transport sector is not operating in a sustainable manner. South African cities are designed around the car, with massive environmental and social impact. At this seminar, local and international experts discuss mechanisms to make public and non-motorised transport more attractive to South African commuters.
The Sustainable Water Resource Seminar 2014
Water is becoming an ever-decreasing resource in South Africa. At this seminar, leading experts present the latest water efficiency technologies and best practice solutions. Halting the depletion of existing water resources by cutting wastage and pollution, and finding solutions to silting of dams and algal build up are key strategies that will be explored.
Green Business Seminar 2014
Market forces are such a powerful driver of ingenuity and innovation that they have created the modern world with all its wonders, and all its terrors. How do we harness the market to a significantly greater degree to drive South Africa towards a green economy? This is the key question the Green Business Seminar will seek to answer.
Vision Zero Waste Conference 2014
South Africa is experiencing a waste explosion. Our landfills are over-flowing and still we continue to produce and dispose of more and more. The Vision Zero Waste Seminar, in partnership with the National Recycling Forum, will invite leading industry, government and related NGO executives to report back on actions and initiatives. The session will grapple with strategies required to achieve a stepped-up level of recycling in South Africa.
Responsible and Sustainable Tourism Dialogue 2014
South Africa is regarded internationally as a leader in the area of Responsible Tourism - a term coined 11 years ago in a document called The Cape Town Declaration. The government has a dedicated division focussed purely on advancing the uptake of responsible tourism. At this seminar, experts will discuss ways to increase uptake and maximise opportunities within the Tourism Sector.
Food Security
As the threat of climate change grows and rainfall patterns are affected, the question of food security becomes a very real concern. This seminar invites thought leaders and experts in the field of food security and agricultures to discuss these issues and to contribute to the formulation of the best course for South Africa.
Sustainability Week takes place at the CSIR ICC from 17 to 19 June 2014. Sponsorship opportunities are available. Please call Wadoeda Brenner on 021 477 4733 or email wadoeda.brenner@alive2green.com. For more information on Sustainability Week, visit www.sustainabilityweek.co.za.
Durban Children's Smiles Last Longer
Smiles will last longer this year for the children from Abalindi Children’s Home in Amatikwe, Mzinyathi locality Inanda, north of Durban with the Energizer Making Smiles Last Longer Campaign and Gateway Theatre of Shopping.
Following the overwhelming success of the Making Smiles Last Longer Campaign in Gauteng and the Western Cape, the longer lasting spirit of sharing is heading to KwaZulu Natal.
Abalindi Children’s Home forms part of the Abalindi Welfare Society, a non-profit organisation that was established to empower Inanda rural community. The Children’s Home provides shelter, food, clothes and education to orphans and vulnerable children between the ages of eight and 18 years.
“Together with the community, we are committed to expanding our longer lasting power to make the festive season and the children’s smiles last longer,” says Rashmi Vadivelu, Brand Manager, Energizer South Africa.
The youngsters at Abalindi will experience the cheer thanks to Energizer (makers of the world’s longest lasting AAA and AA batteries) and the Gateway shoppers who will be working hard to collect at least 40 gifts for the boys and girls.
“We are privileged to be to partner with the Rotary Club of Monte Edgecomb to assist Abalindi Children’s Home with the amazing work it is doing in our community”, says Penny Barlow, Marketing Manager of Gateway Theatre of Shopping. “We believe that we all have a critical role to play in creating a positive impact and bright future for our children and would like to encourage our shoppers to join hands with us.”
Shoppers can bring gifts for the youngsters to the Energizer stand located on the Lower Ground Floor at Entrance 04 at Gateway Theatre of Shopping, between Checkers and Super Spar, from 12 to 15 December 2013.
The team will then host a party for the children on 17 December 2013 at Abalindi Children’s Home where these gifts, smiles and the spirit of the festive season will be shared.
“By sharing our positive energy, together we can make the world a better place with brighter smiles,” says Vadivelu.
The Making Smiles Last Longer campaign forms part of Energizer’s That's Positivenergy™ campaign, which was brought to life in South Africa by offering great opportunities to all South Africans to participate in activities geared towards making a difference.
Now that's Positivenergy!
For more information about Energizer and its That’s Positivenergy activities, please visit the website at www.energizer.co.za.
To find out more about Gateway Theatre of Shopping and its involvement in the Making Smiles Last Longer campaign, please phone 031 514 0500 or visit the website at www.gatewayworld.co.za.
