DoA MEC vows to ensure efficient services
DRDAR MEC vows to ensure efficient services MEC for Rural Development and Agrarian Reform (DRDAR) Nonkqubela Pieters has vowed that no money will be left unspent as the Department works…
Varsity student uses monthly allowance to start agri business
Varsity student uses monthly allowance to start agri business A young Dutywa animal science student from the University of Fort Hare has used his monthly R1, 500 student aid allowance…
Deciduous fruit farmers anticipate better yields
Deciduous fruit farmers anticipate better yields Deciduous fruit farmers in the Sarah Baartman District who have had to endure souring fortunes as a result of natural disasters in the past…
Godongwana’s budget restores hope for vulnerable households
Godongwana’s budget restores hope for vulnerable households National Treasury has tabled a basket of proposals aimed at supporting poor and vulnerable households, while staying on course to restore the health…
State luanch15bn business bounce-back scheme
Government will soon launch a new business bounce-back scheme aimed at supporting businesses in distress owing to the Covid-19 pandemic, finance minister Enoch Godongwana has announced. Making the announcement while…
New SA-China citrus protocol to benefit East Cape farmers
New SA-China citrus protocol to benefit East Cape farmers Citrus farmers in the Eastern Cape are set to benefit from the new citrus protocol signed between SA and China. The…
Quality wool does the talking for female farmer
Quality wool does the talking for female farmer In a male-dominated industry where beginners and women are said to be overlooked, forcing them to double their efforts to be recognised,…
MEC brings joy to learners
MEC brings joy to learners By Thozi kaManyisana Rural development and Agrarian Reform (DRDAR) brought smiles and jubilation to 180 disadvantaged learners in the northern parts of Sarah Baartman District…
MEC Christmas party
Pieters calls for responsible festive season celebrations By Sanele James A total of 100 households in Somerset East under the Blue Crane Route Local Municipality are looking forward to this…
Magwa harvest
Magwa to be Sustainable in 2024 – MEC By Thozi kaManyisana MEC for Rural Development and Agrarian Reform Nonkqubela Pieters proclaimed that by the year 2024 Magwa Tea Enterprise (MET)…