AgriSA participated in the very recent South African Reserve Bank (SARB) Monetary Policy Forum. This forum serves as a platform to clarify the objectives and mechanisms behind monetary policy to the public; and enhance the comprehension of the complex interconnectedness between domestic and international factors shaping monetary policy decisions.

Climate change refers to gradual shifts in temperatures and weather patterns over a long period of time. Climate shifts can be natural, for example due to changes in the sun’s activity or large volcanic eruptions. However, since the industrial revolution in the late 1700’s, human activities have been the main driver of climate change, primarily due to the burning of fossil fuels in the form of coal, oil and gas and the destruction of natural habitats and their ecological systems.

The Extension of Security of Tenure Amendment Act ('ESTAA') marks a significant milestone in the ongoing evolution of property rights in South Africa. Enacted on 1 April 2024, this legislation represents a concerted effort to address longstanding issues within the Extensions of Security of Tenure Act of 1997 (“the principal Act”). Through the introduction of key amendments and regulations, ESTAA aims to enhance security of tenure while balancing the rights of both landowners and occupiers.

South Africa's rich culinary heritage is marred by a pressing challenge: food waste. Annually, we discard a staggering 10 million tonnes of food, equivalent to filling six sports stadiums. This waste comes at a significant cost, amounting to R61.5 billion annually, or 2.1% of GDP, exacerbating food insecurity in our society.