Duncan Masiwa

Cape Town

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SA wine industry spotlights skills in new mini-documentary

3 days ago | foodformzansi.co.za | Duncan Masiwa

The documentary, called This Is SAWIPB, features voices from across the wine value chain that speak to resilience, passion, and the vital importance of skills development. Kachné Ross, people and skills development manager at South Africa Wine and executive manager of the SAWIPB, says establishing SAWIPB was never just about formalising a structure. Rather, it has been about building a platform for people to grow, to be recognised, and to take their rightful place in the future of this industry.
Tech & trade: Youth urged to redefine farming in Africa

4 days ago | foodformzansi.co.za | Duncan Masiwa

Africa has a paradox on its hands. The youngest population globally, yet the oldest farmers. However, within this paradox lies an untapped opportunity that could redefine the continent’s future through youth-led innovation in agriculture. This was the key takeaway message during a powerful and timely youth-led panel that took place at Market Access Africa, hosted at the Durban ICC in KwaZulu-Natal.
NC farmworkers empowered: Skills, safety & dreams ignited

1 week ago | foodformzansi.co.za | Duncan Masiwa

The air was buzzing with pride and purpose at Food For Mzansi’s Northern Cape Agricultural Workers’ Day this week, where farmworkers weren’t just celebrated – they were empowered to rise, shine, and own their greatness. Held in Upington in partnership with GP Viljoen Farms, Naturesmart, and CropLife South Africa, the annual event encouraged farmworkers to grab opportunities, upskill themselves and lead the future of farming.
Debt-free farming: Saunderson's path to feedlot prosperity

1 week ago | foodformzansi.co.za | Duncan Masiwa

For Anton Saunderson, success is not about the size of his wallet or the number of cows in his feedlot. It’s about doing what’s right, building strong relationships with stakeholders, and knowing when to ignore bad advice. For this feedlot owner, his secret to long-term success is being the kind of farmer or business partner you would want to work with. It’s about doing what you say, when you say you’ll do it. “If you tell [someone] you’ll pay [them] on Saturday, then you pay [them] on Saturday.
FS farm attack survivor finally finds justice, reclaims life

1 week ago | foodformzansi.co.za | Duncan Masiwa

Years after a harrowing attack in 2020, award-winning Free State farmer Mimie Jacobs is finally reclaiming her peace. With her attacker finally sentenced, she’s ready to rebuild her life and farm. On 22 February 2020, Moeketsi Mphatlatsa and two other accomplices broke into Jacobs’ home, tied her hands and feet with wire, and stabbed her multiple times, leaving her with serious neurological injuries.
Cattle and cover crops power vineyard regenerative study

2 weeks ago | foodformzansi.co.za | Duncan Masiwa

As climate change intensifies, vineyards in South Africa face rising temperatures, water scarcity, and soil degradation. In response, the ReGenWine project offers a compelling local solution grounded in regenerative agriculture. The ReGenWine study, led by Stellenbosch University and funded by South Africa Wine, examines how regenerative farming, including the use of cattle, can help wine farmers cope with the growing challenges of climate change, rising costs, and sustainability demands.
Six-medal glory: Jakob chases gold on track and farm

2 weeks ago | foodformzansi.co.za | Duncan Masiwa

By day, Jakob Volmoer keeps things ticking at Ouplaas, a fruit farm near Ceres in the Western Cape, where he makes sure the apples and pears are top quality. However, when he’s not checking orchards or sorting out farm work, Volmoer is doing laps on the athletics track, winning gold, silver, and bronze medals. Volmoer’s athletic journey started at Morrisdale Primary School in Ceres while growing up on a pear and peach farm in the Warm Bokkeveld.
SA wine industry urged to innovate or lose out

2 weeks ago | foodformzansi.co.za | Duncan Masiwa

At the 2025 South Africa Wine Summit, held at Stellenbosch University, the message was crisp and clear. The local wine industry may be steeped in centuries of tradition, but if it wants to stay in the global game, it needs to uncork bold, new ideas for the future. South Africa Wine CEO Rico Basson said the wine industry must strike a careful balance between honouring its 366-year heritage and embracing innovation to stay globally competitive.
Nyama Battle crowns winner in fiery apple finale

2 weeks ago | foodformzansi.co.za | Duncan Masiwa

After weeks of sizzling street food, shishanyama, smokey flavours and high-stakes culinary battles, Nyama Battle on eTV has finally served up its champion. Gershwin Gordon impressed judges and audiences alike with his creativity, flawless execution, and heartwarming passion, earning him the title of Nyama Battle winner. Gordon is a private chef and caterer from Johannesburg, and walked away with awesome prizes, including his own food truck and Nissan Navara bakkie.
'Tell the truth': Ramaphosa heads to US for critical Trump meeting

2 weeks ago | foodformzansi.co.za | Duncan Masiwa |Tiisetso Manoko

President Cyril Ramaphosa will meet with United States President Donald Trump tomorrow. Ramaphosa’s visit to the US follows recent statements made by Trump that South Africa was amid genocide against white people, in particular farmers. Trump offered refugee status to Afrikaners, and with the recent 49 “refugees” having landed in the US, the bilateral meeting is set to discuss issues relating to trade, proposed tariffs to South Africa, and the alleged mistreatment of white farmers.