Is mental health considered a taboo?

On the 27th of October, CEO of In On Africa (IOA) and Founder of Voices Unite, Jonathan Mundell joined the initiative’s LIVE session with The South African College of Applied Psychology (SACAP), to discuss the topic about mental health awareness. The session unpacked the underlying causes for the prevalence of mental health issues in South Africa, what resources youth can get to deal with these issues and how we can raise awareness.

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7 ways to have a better conversation

Have you ever stepped onto an elevator and you make eye contact with the people in it, and you do the awkward head nod? Or have you ever carpooled with a few acquaintances? Or, have you ever been introduced to a group of people by a close friend of yours and you’re just standing there… stuck? Not knowing what to say or talk about can also affect you in social situations, which can make you seem tense and awkward.

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Setting your sail

Do you ever get that feeling of drowning in your own thoughts? The conversations you keep replaying in your heads about the future you should have but wishing it was today? This world has become fast-paced and oddly enough we have joined that race. But our race is different, it is one that takes time, effort and a lot of resilience. Is that not what success is?

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Fundamentals of Agribusiness

The AGRICOLLEGES international Fundamentals of Agribusiness short course is a 12-week programme designed to improve the student’s knowledge of the world of agribusiness. This course is well-suited for emerging farmers, recent school leavers or even established farmers wishing to formalise their farming procedures and expand their current operations.

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You can still win a bursary in Week 38: 26 October – 01 November

We are in the thirty-eighth week of our Voices Unite initiative and are still giving away bursaries from AGRICOLLEGES International in Agriculture. If you are interested in Agribusiness, Animal or Plant production, make sure you complete the necessary surveys. The Rural Education Access Programme (REAP) tertiary support worth R30,000 is still up for grabs to 5 deserving Voices Unite participants who attended a rural high school.

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Friends

We begin to socialise with others from a very young age. As time goes by, we forget some people, but we will never forget the ones who brought sparks into our lives. The ones that made us laugh till our stomachs hurt, positively influenced and strengthened us, those who supported us in times of distress and encouraged us to pursue our passions. The ones we call our FRIENDS.

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Support local!

The economy took a beating when the Covid-19 lockdown was established and a major sector that was impacted were local businesses. And we all know, local is lekker! Despite the lockdown easing, businesses and entrepreneurs are still feeling the pressure. There are many South African businesses that produce high-quality products and services for your enjoyment but how can you support your favourite local brand?

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