Engaging with the world

Engaging with the world

Purpose of blog...

"Journalism3portfolio-khatija" is a blog that will comprise of all the work I produce during the course of the year. In my personal journalistic philosophy I have made clear my position on objectivity and its role in journalism as a profession. All the work I produce will be in line with what I believe journalism is all about, thereby reinforcing my philosophy and keeping consistent.

Wednesday, August 25, 2010

Local development

Individuals play a huge role in the development of South Africa. Initiatives, such as the “Proudly South African” campaign, aimed at encouraging national unity and promoting locally produced goods are widespread. This movement is not only targeted at big business but also at a grass-root level. Eastern Cape farmer, Craig Rippon who has been farming olives for ten years, decided this year to expand his business by producing Springvale Extra Virgin olive oil. Khatija Nxedlana has more...

Sustainability in universities

Global warming is causing severe problems for the environment and those living on it. Through education we can inform and find ways of reducing resource consumption to avoid destroying the earth for future generations. Khatija Nxedlana has more.

Connect with Cacadu

The sixth of May marked the launch of phase two of “Connect with Cacadu”, a project providing 24 libraries in the District with computers. Khatija Nxedlana spoke to Patricia Vusela who explained the programme.