The Big Issue’s cover price has increased from R20 to R25. This means the vendors get to take home a little more (R12,50 instead of R10) and you get 4 extra pages.
* On the cover: Can a sugar tax save SA from an obesity epidemic?
* Agents of change: An entrepreneur and his earthworms
PUTTING WORMS TO WORK
Entrepreneur Phumlani Dlongwana harnesses the natural activity of earthworms to produce compost and create jobs. We find out how he does it.
* Photo essay: What different families eat for dinner across southern Africa
WHAT’S FOR DINNER?
In 2011, journalist Leonie Joubert and photographer Eric Miller travelled southern Africa asking people a simple question: what are you eating for dinner? The resulting images and stories were published in The Hungry Season, highlighting the issue of food security.
* Insight: On the rising popularity of podcasts
* Interview: The man behind Game of Thrones’ Tywin Lannister
* Local initiative: Inviting urbanites to dine in Khayelitsha
An innovative new project is changing perceptions and breaking stereotypes, by inviting urbanites into township homes for a meal. We join the guests for an unconventional evening out.
* What’s on? The latest festivals, music events, markets and more
Don’t miss…
Nobambo’s story: Nobambo Cele came to The Big Issue looking for the means to support herself and her family. Five years later, she brings light into both our office and her customers’ lives, thanks to her winning combination of poise and professionalism. No wonder she’s Vendor of the Month…
Xolani’s story: Xolani Nkomithyoboza has never been afraid of hard work. Like many of our vendors he’s stared down adversity many times, but for whatever reason – pride, guts or stubbornness – he never learnt how to quit. And he’s back at it, making plans for the future. We find out what they are.
The Big Issue #241 is on sale from vendors in Cape Town from April 25 to May 24, 2016. Anyone outside of Cape Town can buy the magazine here.
Get your copy and be part of job creation in SA – it’s more than just a good deed; it’s a damn good read.
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