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After realising that she was in the wrong profession, Lungy Mthembu decided to quit her job and find something she was passionate about. Mthembu, who worked as a teacher, joined her ex-husband’s security company and used the time there to learn about the industry and gain experience.

Ivory Park, situated on the east, midway between Johannesburg and Pretoria once epitomised hopelessness and despair. But the township is steadily turning its fortunes around thanks to various initiatives from both government and non-governmental organisations.

Government has set aside R450 million for the establishment of Agri-parks in KwaZulu-Natal out of a total budget of R2 billion for the national roll out.

Ten sites have been identified for the establishment of Agri-parks which are at different stages of development, announced Minister of Rural Development and Land Reform Minister Gugile Nkwinti.

As the country celebrates Transport Month, passengers in Mamelodi east of Pretoria are benefiting from an improved bus service as a result of the introduction of Autopax Bus Service in the township.

Six women in the Chris Hani District Municipality have created work for unemployed local community members through the construction of 15 kilometres of pedestrian walkways in the remote semi-rural town of Whittlesea.

South Africa’s maritime has many opportunities, particularly for young people. Programmes such as Operation Phakisa Oceans Economy that aims to tap into the oceans potential to grow the economy and create jobs, will benefit the youth. 

What is maritime?

Maritime refers to activities relating to the sea. The term that is generally taken from the two words, marine for water and time for social and economic activities taking place in the water environment.

The aviation industry is one of the fastest growing industries in the world. It has been reported that by 2030 air traffic volume would increase by 50 percent. Although this is encouraging, the worry is that currently the aviation industry is dominated by a generation of individuals over the age of 40.

Poppy Khoza, the Director of Civil Aviation (an equivalent of CEO) at the South African Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA), said there are plans in place to introduce more people into the aviation industry.

The review of laws on the use of blue lights by private vehicles and the reintroduction of the dragger are amongst the measures to deal with drunken driving and the state of road safety in South Africa.

South Africa celebrates Transport Month in October. Here are some tips from Vuk’uzenzele to help you stay safe on the road. 

• Obey the speed limit.
• Do not use your cellphone while driving.
•  Do not drink and drive.
• Ensure that the vehicle is roadworthy and maintain a safe following distance.
• Always wear a seat belt, whether you are the driver or the passenger, even when travelling short distances.

The South African National Roads Agency’s (SANRAL) 32 roadwork construction projects in the Eastern Cape will change the quality of roads in the province.