Pat Schwartz

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Summer Books 2016: Children’s books

Article Pat Schwartz - 25 Nov 2016

Here are three children's books that are our top picks.

From urban roosters to warrior kings

Article Pat Schwartz - 22 Apr 2016

Pat Schwartz reviews this autumn's books for youth.

Passion for justice shines through

Article Pat Schwartz - 28 Aug 2015

Duncan's leadership role in the Black Sash was by no means the only one she played

Kagiso Lesego Molope is at odds with Percy Fitzpatrick

Article Pat Schwartz - 7 May 2015

Author Kagiso Lesego Molope answers the M&G’s questions from Ottawa, Canada, where she now lives.

Youth’s themes and babyhood’s lessons

Article Pat Schwartz - 23 Apr 2015

The annual Sanlam prize for youth literature attracts welcome additions to young adult literature, particularly the 2013 gold and silver winners.

The Keeper: The light must not go out

Article Pat Schwartz - 21 Nov 2014

Light is shed on the keepers of secrets.

South African Zombie Apocalypse: A nauseating tale redeemed

Article Pat Schwartz - 20 Nov 2014

'The Journal Of A South African Zombie Apocalypse' tells the story of courage, devotion and self-sacrifice, writes Pat Schwartz.

Compelling local reads have lessons for young and old

Article Pat Schwartz - 19 Jun 2014

Pat Schwartz reviews 'In Search of Happiness' by Sonwabiso Ngcowa and 'May I Have This Dance' by Connie Manse Ngcaba.

Intrepid kids make reading fun

Article Pat Schwartz - 16 Apr 2014

The heroes of several new books cross borders and take their young readers on exciting adventures.

The tragedies, trials and tribulations of being a teen today.

Article Pat Schwartz - 22 Nov 2013

Young adult book lovers are in for a great reading summer.

A little bit of magic, an awful lot to love

Article Pat Schwartz - 13 Sep 2013

Where did the idea come from for this tale of a schoolgirl who finds enchantment in a perfectly normal garden in a perfectly normal suburb?

Pirouetting in step with the world

Article Pat Schwartz - 12 Jul 2013

An R8-million grant leaves the dazzling South African Mzansi Ballet company dancing on air.

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Press Releases

Special Reports

Covid-19: Outlook on the economy, politics and labour

special reports - 5 Aug 2020

Old Mutual had experts unpack the effects of the pandemic and provide practical tips on how to deal with the financial impact of job losses and salary cuts

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Opt-in to Popia

special reports - 5 Aug 2020

All business owners should take note: there is a lot of work ahead to ensure compliance with the POPI Act that has just come into effect

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Capital Legacy talks life

special reports - 5 Aug 2020

The Covid-19 pandemic is revealing how few people actually sort their affairs to the benefit of their loved ones they leave behind when they pass on

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Accounting technician beats the odds to obtain a professional qualification

special reports - 5 Aug 2020

'Being an AT(SA) offers lifelong learning and professional development opportunities because you never get to stop learning'

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Associate general accountant reveals why she chose to work in the public sector – and stayed

special reports - 4 Aug 2020

Rakshika Danilala is part of the team tasked with auditing the R500-billion fiscal package allocated by government to respond to the Covid-19 pandemic

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Accounting for sustainability: A South African case study

special reports - 4 Aug 2020

The accountancy profession has been recognised and seen its models replicated as successful models for projects that contribute towards the SDGs

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Debt management amid Covid-19 and beyond

special reports - 3 Aug 2020

This webinar on Debt Management, sponsored by Debt Rescue, had its experts share a practical approach to debt management amid this crisis and beyond

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NSTF-South32 Awards

special reports - 2 Aug 2020

All of the awards are made for outstanding contributions to science, engineering, technology and innovation in South Africa