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Malapane Thamaga

@malapanethamaga

Ke MoAfrika | Agricultural Economist | Writer | Agricultural Transformation

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Thabile Nkunjana (@thabilenkunjana) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Africa imports way too much poultry than it exports! 2.2 million tonnes of poultry worth USD 2.0 billion were imported into Africa in 2018, with SA, Ghana, Congo, Angola, DRC, Benin, Zambia, Libya, and Gabon leading the pack.

Africa imports way too much poultry than it exports! 

2.2 million tonnes of poultry worth USD 2.0 billion were imported into Africa in 2018, with SA, Ghana, Congo, Angola, DRC, Benin, Zambia, Libya, and Gabon leading the pack.
Thabile Nkunjana (@thabilenkunjana) 's Twitter Profile Photo

In Southern Africa, severe cyclones appear to occur every year between November and April. Research has shown that at least 85% of cyclones in the region occur during this period.

In Southern Africa, severe cyclones appear to occur every year between November and April. Research has shown that at least 85% of cyclones in the region occur during this period.
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While Botswana's vegetable imports from SA plummeted by over 50% from USD33.8 million in 2021 to USD14.7 million in 2023, imports for processed vegetables increased by 138% from R39.9 million in 2021 to R95.4 million in 2023. see link enca.com/business-video…

While Botswana's vegetable imports from SA plummeted by over 50% from USD33.8 million in 2021 to USD14.7 million in 2023, imports for processed vegetables increased by 138% from R39.9 million in 2021 to R95.4 million in 2023. see link enca.com/business-video…
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There will be a potential shortage of avocados from various retail stores across SA, but this is temporary. Tanzania has historically been South Africa's top supplier of avocados from October through the end of January, and this time there was a brief supply "glitch."

There will be a potential shortage of avocados from various retail stores across SA, but this is temporary. 

Tanzania has historically been South Africa's top supplier of avocados from October through the end of January, and this time there was a brief supply "glitch."
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[Vacancy] NAMC is seeking a candidate for the position of Agricultural Economist. ⏰ Closing date: 09 Feb 2025 To apply, please visit our careers page at namc.co.za/careers/, select the position you would like to apply for, create a profile, & submit your application online

[Vacancy] NAMC is seeking a candidate for the position of Agricultural Economist.

⏰ Closing date: 09 Feb 2025

To apply, please visit our careers page at namc.co.za/careers/, select the position you would like to apply for, create a profile, & submit your application online
Mpho Tsedu (@mphotsedu) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Some people, and I mean colleagues, will NEVER understand why u need leave days to go prepare for a funeral of an uncle, gran, mmane, mmemuhulu, aunt, cousin or a neighbor. All this while these are the people who ACTUALLY parented u more than your actual parents. #BeingAfrican

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Acquiring Twitter is proving to be the best move for Elon Musk and the Trump administration. JZ nearly got it right with ANN7 and the New Age 😆😆

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Minister of Agriculture, John Steenhuisen, acknowledges that major challenges extend beyond the department. He commits to using his voice to address critical issues such as security, theft, and unemployment. #gsaCongress25 #gsacongress #gsakongres #producersjourney

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DTIC Minister Parks Tau will leaving soon for Washington DC in the US to engage on the latest tariff developments, as well as Agoa. 📷📽️Watch: youtu.be/LAbuU14TU4Y?si…

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Radio Interview | Catch Mr. Bhekani Zondo, Agricultural Economist at NAMC, on 702's Money Show with Stephen Grootes tonight, 9 April 2025, at 18:50. He will be discussing the economic ramifications of tax increases on agricultural output.

Radio Interview | Catch Mr. Bhekani Zondo, Agricultural Economist at NAMC, on <a href="/Radio702/">702</a>'s Money Show with Stephen Grootes tonight, 9 April 2025, at 18:50. He will be discussing the economic ramifications of tax increases on agricultural output.
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TV Interview | Catch Mr. Bhekani Zondo, Agricultural Economist at NAMC, on eNCA this Thursday, 10 April 2025, at 08:30 AM as he discusses the economic ramifications of tax increases on agricultural output.

TV Interview | Catch Mr. Bhekani Zondo, Agricultural Economist at NAMC, on <a href="/eNCA/">eNCA</a> this Thursday, 10 April 2025, at 08:30 AM as he discusses the economic ramifications of tax increases on agricultural output.
Bayanda Vincent Maseko (@bayandatancredi) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Join this power pact webinar to learn to easily start snail farming, the market opportunities and many more. Connect with fellow entrepreneurs and sharpen your mind. WhatsApp to book your space now! See you there… #BornToFarm

Join this power pact webinar to learn to easily start snail farming, the market opportunities and many more. Connect with fellow entrepreneurs and sharpen your mind. 

WhatsApp to book your space now! See you there… #BornToFarm
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Economics is fundamentally political. Economics is shaped by ideologies, human values, competing interests, social norms, and political priorities. Be sceptical of economists who tell you that their field free from politics.