Progress Is The Theme For This Week's Episode Of The Insider SA
On The Insider SA this week, the series explores the theme of progress as viewers get an inside look into brands and personalities making game-changing moves in the South African context. By focusing on progress, the daring individuals highlighted in this week’s episode are challenging the norms and helping society towards a better future.
Vice-Chancellor of the UCT, Professor Mamokgethi Phakeng
In 2018, renowned South African professor of mathematics education Mamokgethi Phakeng – often called by her nickname, Kgethi – became the tenth Vice-Chancellor of the University of Cape Town; Africa’s most prestigious research institution situated on the rolling slopes of Devil’s Peak. As she continues to redefine her role, Kgethi attempts to be her authentic self in her office and to connect with those in the institution on a personal level. Se been recognised as the Most Influential Woman Academic on the African Continent and Professor Phakeng remains focussed on the future by pushing for progress in everything she does.
Nude Foods: Cape Town’s Plastic-Free Grocer
Sitting proudly at 5 Constitution Street in Zonnebloem, Cape Town, Nude Foods is Cape Town’s original, plastic-free grocery store where shoppers can pick from the highest-quality, sustainable food and products all without the need to fill their bin with waste packaging. Thanks to multiple partnerships, the grocer stocks produces organic fruit and vegetables which are supplied through urban agriculture. With the idea of becoming a grocer that is more sustainable, less wasteful and healthier, Nude Foods is changing the grocery space in the best way.
The Farmstead: A Unique Artistic Experience
For avid South African travellers, the Royal Portfolio is a well-known name for those seeking adventure, fun, and a taste of luxury and sophistication that brings with it an experience of both the arts and wildlife. Now, owners Liz and Phil Biden have they’ve added the Farmstead to their portfolio; a hotel built on community land, where the group pay rent, commission, and train staff from the area as part of a focus on sustainability and conservation.
Inside The Ayama Artichoke Festival
Nestled in Paardeberg Country in Paarl, the annual Artichoke Festival held at Ayama Farm brings a quintessentially Italian experience to South African shores, where artichoke fields give life to Italian dishes paired with locally grown wines. The Ayama festival today gives the Paardeberg Country community and its range of experienced farmers, artists, and winemakers the opportunity to showcase their produce and products.
Capitec’s Innovative New App Helps Users Live Better In ‘The New Normal’
With the release of the brand’s latest hackathon – aptly called Life 2.0 – Capitec, in partnership with Electrum, approached big thinkers with big ideas to identify new technology and talent to help South Africans live better in a post-COVID world. Competing for a R100 000 cash prize, the teams had 3 weeks to take their idea from concept to execution. Winners Tsitsi Marote and Tino Manhema developed a digital filing system for patient profiles, which enabled patients to set up virtual consultations with doctors to limit the risks associated with visiting hospitals. Join us as we unearth the concept that wowed judges.
Catch The Insider SA every Tuesday at 19h30 and the repeat every Saturday at 20h00 on SABC 3.
Vice-Chancellor of the UCT, Professor Mamokgethi Phakeng
In 2018, renowned South African professor of mathematics education Mamokgethi Phakeng – often called by her nickname, Kgethi – became the tenth Vice-Chancellor of the University of Cape Town; Africa’s most prestigious research institution situated on the rolling slopes of Devil’s Peak. As she continues to redefine her role, Kgethi attempts to be her authentic self in her office and to connect with those in the institution on a personal level. Se been recognised as the Most Influential Woman Academic on the African Continent and Professor Phakeng remains focussed on the future by pushing for progress in everything she does.
Nude Foods: Cape Town’s Plastic-Free Grocer
Sitting proudly at 5 Constitution Street in Zonnebloem, Cape Town, Nude Foods is Cape Town’s original, plastic-free grocery store where shoppers can pick from the highest-quality, sustainable food and products all without the need to fill their bin with waste packaging. Thanks to multiple partnerships, the grocer stocks produces organic fruit and vegetables which are supplied through urban agriculture. With the idea of becoming a grocer that is more sustainable, less wasteful and healthier, Nude Foods is changing the grocery space in the best way.
The Farmstead: A Unique Artistic Experience
For avid South African travellers, the Royal Portfolio is a well-known name for those seeking adventure, fun, and a taste of luxury and sophistication that brings with it an experience of both the arts and wildlife. Now, owners Liz and Phil Biden have they’ve added the Farmstead to their portfolio; a hotel built on community land, where the group pay rent, commission, and train staff from the area as part of a focus on sustainability and conservation.
Inside The Ayama Artichoke Festival
Nestled in Paardeberg Country in Paarl, the annual Artichoke Festival held at Ayama Farm brings a quintessentially Italian experience to South African shores, where artichoke fields give life to Italian dishes paired with locally grown wines. The Ayama festival today gives the Paardeberg Country community and its range of experienced farmers, artists, and winemakers the opportunity to showcase their produce and products.
Capitec’s Innovative New App Helps Users Live Better In ‘The New Normal’
With the release of the brand’s latest hackathon – aptly called Life 2.0 – Capitec, in partnership with Electrum, approached big thinkers with big ideas to identify new technology and talent to help South Africans live better in a post-COVID world. Competing for a R100 000 cash prize, the teams had 3 weeks to take their idea from concept to execution. Winners Tsitsi Marote and Tino Manhema developed a digital filing system for patient profiles, which enabled patients to set up virtual consultations with doctors to limit the risks associated with visiting hospitals. Join us as we unearth the concept that wowed judges.
Catch The Insider SA every Tuesday at 19h30 and the repeat every Saturday at 20h00 on SABC 3.
