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National workshop of waste picker integration

Department of Environmental Affairs creating awareness about waste management in schools and broader society

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The National workshop of waste integration was held at Sierra Burgers park Hotel, Pretoria.

The initiative of this workshop was to create awareness around waste management. The Department of Environmental Affairs also took time to look into how academia can assist in making projects around waste management a success, ” we also looking that academia assists us to encourage organised waste picking “, said Mamogala Museke, Chief Directorate-General waste and Municipal support.

On the 8th of March, the “GOOD GREEN DEEDS” project was launched. The programme aimed at mobilising different sectors in society, the goal is to start with the youth in school, ” we have realised that we get more benefits when we attend more to issues of education and awareness at early stages.

Since the youth in institutions are at the forefront in terms of discoveries and research, the department looks to extend its programmes to these grounds.

The important of creating awareness about waste picking is also a door to create more jobs.

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#MakeMoneyMoves with GK’s financial literacy workshop

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Poor money management hinders success, however the right advice and knowledge about how to manage your money wisely guarantees better financial decisions.

Golden key UJ will be hosting a financial literacy workshop with guest speaker Zabatwa Msimang from the Vuka Mngani foundation.

Join the webinar and #MakeMoneyMoves

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Recognising trailblazers in academics, leadership and service

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Within academics, service or leadership there are always those who will be recognised as trailblazers. These individual’s work and efforts have set them apart, putting them at the forefront of conversations within their respective fields.

Golden key UJ constantly creates platforms that ensure that we recognise , celebrate and join these conversations.

With weekly podcasts and daily updates, be in the know with Golden key UJ

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Students panic as UCT becomes engulfed in fire

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Students at the University of Cape Town were evacuated to safety on Sunday Afternoon as fire broke into the university premises.

In the meantime the University has cancelled all campus activities including classes, tutorials, laboratory work and tests.

On Sunday Evening the UCT released a statement, saying that all University activities will be canccelled on Monday and Tuesday.

“No classes, tutorials, laboratory work or tests will take place on Monday, 19 April or Tuesday, 20 April. We will assess the situation and provide further updates before midday on Tuesday,” they said. 

“The safety of students and staff is paramount. For safety reasons, campus will be locked down and no one, other than emergency services, will be allowed access. We are all anxious about the extent of the damage to the Rondebosch campus. We will provide updates as soon as we are able to do so.”

 

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