Bronwen Kausch
latest news & developments
High yield for grassroots work
Joint winner — Non-profit Organisations Award: <b>Gender Links</b>.
Need for urgent intervention
Winner — Education Award: <b>De Beers Fund</b>.
Doing the maths
Runner-up — Education Award: <b>Investec ProMaths Programme</b>.
Independent living for the elderly poor
Joint winner — Non-profit Organisations Award: <b>Neighbourhood Old Age Homes</b>.
Target is even higher growth
Infrastructure remains a key to development, writes <b>Bronwen Kausch</b>.
The poor weigh on the state
Pressure on the economy is forcing the government to seek ways to include those outside the formal sector.
Zambia on red metal alert
Long dependent on copper, the country must develop other economic sectors if it is to prosper.
Women leaders not recognised
It’s not about numbers but a mind change that acknowledges the value of their roles.
Investors banking on Africa
Analysts are upbeat about the continent’s growth, and its ability to innovate is expected to transform the lives of the mainly rural, unbanked poor.
Microfinance on shaky ground
Despite its improving business environment and attractive untapped markets, Africa is still a risky place to do business.
SA banks test Africa’s waters
But regulations, governance and corruption all pose challenges.
M-finance is the answer
“Vodacom has no intention of becoming a bank. We’d rather work with the banks to enable the development of mobile money transfer services…"
Solar pays off for the poor
Energy effi ciency and carbon management award, runner-up: <b>SouthSouthNorth Projects Africa: Kuyasa</b>.
Wild about all living things
Most innovative environmental strategy, finalist: <b>&Beyond</b>.