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While coal producers stand to benefit from stronger prices and export demand, researchers warn that increased coal production and exports carry significant environmental and social costs, from greenhouse gas emissions to the impacts borne by communities living near mines and coal-fired power stations. (Delwyn Verasamy/M&G)
BLESSING MANALE

Have coal industry workers been left in the dark?

South Africa’s transition to renewable energy is challenged by a shortage of planning, skills development and training, an investigation by Oxpeckers finds

  • Thabo Molelekwa
  • Oxpeckers
11 min read
A changing world requires that curricula be adapted to create graduates who are employable
ALUMNI

The case for alumni funding

Alumni can play a pivotal role in their alma mater’s long-term success and sustainability

  • Malesela Maubane
  • Shalate Davhana
5 min read