I have found my passion... lecturing and motivating University students.
Recently I have been awarded a second job which does gives me satisfaction. After I have delivered every weekly lecture I go home with a great sense of achievement, fulfulment. This time it is not about money, even though extra money is appreciated. It is about each of my 21 students who listen to me for the 3 hour slot that I have with them.
At the 3rd year level they are in the valley of decision where they face certain/uncertain future whether it registering for an Honours degree or looking for a job or starting own businesses. As much as I am a lecturer, I see myself as an advisor and facilitate to link them with possible job opportunities etc.
I am really grateful for this opportunity!
Friday, August 13, 2010
Soccer World Cup 2010
South Africa has recently hosted the grandest world cup ever to be staged in Africa. Well done South Africa!
Wednesday, February 17, 2010
2010 Budget Speech for South Africa
Again it is even more encouraging that South African government is putting money where their mouth is. Mr Gordhan through his budget speech for 2010 has reiterated the words of the President Zuma in that "green economy initiatives will create new opportunities for enterprise development, job creation and the renewal of commercial and residential environments"
Mr Gordhan after noting the challenges that climate change is posing, he on the other hand pointed out to opportunities for South Africa such as creating an environment that will "enable investment in sustainable technologies". He with the same vigour calls for "industries to be helped to manage scarce resources more efficiently and to reduce greenhouse gas emissions through appropriate pricing of energy."
Green Opportunities
I believe that South Africa is doing her bit to contribute to the green economy. This is a call to local and foreign investors to reconsider opportunities in the country and in Africa in the renewable energy sector including R&D of sustainable living technologies and efficiency-driven approaches.
Mr Gordhan after noting the challenges that climate change is posing, he on the other hand pointed out to opportunities for South Africa such as creating an environment that will "enable investment in sustainable technologies". He with the same vigour calls for "industries to be helped to manage scarce resources more efficiently and to reduce greenhouse gas emissions through appropriate pricing of energy."
Green Opportunities
I believe that South Africa is doing her bit to contribute to the green economy. This is a call to local and foreign investors to reconsider opportunities in the country and in Africa in the renewable energy sector including R&D of sustainable living technologies and efficiency-driven approaches.
President's speech
Two things that may be of much interest to the Green Community from the South African Presidential State of the Nations Address last Thursday.
Firstly, he highlighted that his administration over 2010 will create green jobs.
I quote his words..."Our Industrial Policy Action Plan and our new focus on green jobs, will build stronger and more labour absorbing industries." I still need to familiarise myself the Industrial Policy Action Plan that he is refering to. This is encouraging as the whole world need to make progress in terms of building an economy that is less carbon-intensive.
Secondly, he also promised to create an enabling environment for the IPP's (Independent Power Producers) as opposed to one ESKOM monopolised approach. This is good news for both local and foreign investors who have for so many years tried to penetrate the renewable energy sector in South Africa but the legislative framework has not been supportive.
Firstly, he highlighted that his administration over 2010 will create green jobs.
I quote his words..."Our Industrial Policy Action Plan and our new focus on green jobs, will build stronger and more labour absorbing industries." I still need to familiarise myself the Industrial Policy Action Plan that he is refering to. This is encouraging as the whole world need to make progress in terms of building an economy that is less carbon-intensive.
Secondly, he also promised to create an enabling environment for the IPP's (Independent Power Producers) as opposed to one ESKOM monopolised approach. This is good news for both local and foreign investors who have for so many years tried to penetrate the renewable energy sector in South Africa but the legislative framework has not been supportive.
Monday, January 4, 2010
Happy New Year, 2010!
As a proud South African I am ready to welcome visitors to the "Mother Land" for the FIFA Soccer World Cup. It is exciting!
I wish everyone a happy, peaceful and prosperous 2010.
I wish everyone a happy, peaceful and prosperous 2010.
Wednesday, July 29, 2009
Ntombi is a model too!
My wife was invited to partake in a demo make-up makeover session.
See the new Ntombi:-
http://www.realwomenmakeup.com/inspire_makeovers.html
Watch the space for more action!!!!!!!
See the new Ntombi:-
http://www.realwomenmakeup.com/inspire_makeovers.html
Watch the space for more action!!!!!!!
Thursday, January 1, 2009
Happy 2009!
Happy New Year. 2009 looks promising for South Africa & the rest of the world. As RSA is bracing herself for the 4th democratic elections, we all anticipate a good balance in the polical leadership and opposition (as Obama shown us in 2008 that change is possible). 2010 FIFA Soccer World Cup in South Africa is just over 500 days away, and 2009 will see us hosting the Confederation Cup. Hopefully Zimbabwe and other neighbours will find political and economical solutions in 2009. We have confidence that Mr President Obama will push to resolve some of the world challenges - economic crunch, peace - lead the renewable energy revolution and contributing positively to climate change resolutions. Happy, peaceful and prosperous 2009!
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