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Johnson Mandlendoda – African Farming

GOATSJohnson Mandlendoda, Middelburg, Eastern Cape We farm Angora goats and the winter is a less busy time for us. However, because the goats were shorn in March, their hair is growing back now – and to maintain good growth and quality, we’ve started dipping them. The moisture and a tick- or lice-free environment help the […]

Sell your products with a sense of pride – African Farming

When she interviews Abel Naphtaly, Lindiwe Sithole, the host of African Farming Season 2, sees first-hand the role dedication, passion and hard work play in running a successful commercial farm. “He has gathered so much wisdom and knowledge over the years; I think it’s his key to success.” Naphtaly holds his legacy in high regard. […]

Brothers on Farms – Mandla and Johnson Mandlendoda – African Farming

A mixed bag works well for Mandla and Johnson Mandlendoda, whose agricultural interests and activities – although separate – are tethered by family and business bonds. Their successful ventures embrace markets ranging from fresh produce to feedlots, and from tourism to mohair. The brothers ‘talk farming’ to Peter Mashala. Lizo ‘Mandla’ and Johnson Mandlendoda are […]

Five Financial Hacks For Entrepreneurs

Starting a business can be exciting but managing a business can prove to be really difficult. It is therefore not surprising that a lot of businesses die before their first birthday. A common reason for the failure of some of these businesses is the mismanagement of finances, this is because quite a number of entrepreneurs […]

Open Session: Where Should I Put My Naira Now?

  “Once upon a time Them tell us say one Dollar is equal to one Naira Once upon a time You fit travel from Lagos to London with no visa Shey na like this we go dey dey?” – Wande Coal In the face of rising inflation and currency devaluation, returns on conventional asset classes […]

The key to achieving a more just and inclusive world – Forum for African Women Educationalists: FAWE

Gender transformative education: The key to achieving a more just and inclusive world Featuring a line-up that includes FAWE’s Executive Director, the webinar aims to further answer the question “What is gender transformative education?”, redefining how we approach gender equality in education and providing practical solutions for harnessing GPE grants for education transformation. Get full […]