AGBIZ 2014 CONGRESS :: STUDENTS

The Agricultural Business Chamber hosted a student promotion project during

the Agbiz Congress 2014. 16 top students from 6 recognized universities in South Africa were selected to participate. Department heads from the

respective universities (UKZN, UP, UFH, UFS, NWU and US) were asked to select top students who deserve this unique experience. Agribusinesses came

on board to sponsor the individual students to realize this opportunity.

Students had the opportunity to attend the Congress, and was tasked to participate in a student case competition. Hereby they could showcase their

talent and meet agribusiness leaders from different spheres of the industry to create networks, which they will treasure throughout their careers.

These students were asked to provide us with a 2-pager CV. These CV’s were

collated into this document for your use. Agbiz is hereby merely providing agribusiness with a brief introduction to the students. Anyone is welcome to

contact them directly for more information or detailed CV’s, or for future contact.

AGBIZ 2014 CONGRESS – STUDENTS

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Johann Boonzaaier, University of Stellenbosch Pages 5-6

Ayanda Demana, University of Pretoria Pages 7-8

Stuart Knott, University of Stellenbosch Pages 9-10

Etienne Kruger, University of Pretoria Pages 11-12

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Herman Lombard, University of the Free State Pages 13-14

Lindelani Makhuvha, University of Stellenbosch Pages 15-16

Ikageng Maluleke, University of Pretoria Pages 17-18

Simbongile Mgidi, University of Fort Hare Pages 19-20

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Sakhile Mlimo, University of KwaZulu-Natal Pages 21-22

Karabo Motau, University of Kwa-Zulu Natal Pages 23-24

Scelo Mshengu, University of KwaZulu-Natal Pages 25-26

Lunga Njara, University of Fort Hare Pages 27-28

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Phoka Nkhuoa, University of the Free State Pages 29-30

Christian Schlotfeldt, North-West University Pages 31-32

Jan-Hendrik Strauss, North-West University Pages 33-34

Manfred Venter, University of the Free State Pages 35-36

Johann Boonzaaier Suite 183, Private bag X 3041, Paarl, 7620

+27 082 216 6660 (Cellular) 13700790@sun.ac.za

Personal Information Date of Birth : 27 October 1982 Nationality : South Africa Identity Number : 821027 5289 087 Languages : Afrikaans and English Drivers Licences : EC PrDP (G,P) Academic Qualifications University of Stellenbosch 2014 (Anticipated Completion)

Magister-Thesis Topic: An inquiry into the competitiveness of the South African Stone Fruit Industry Degree: MAgric.Admin Area of Study: Agricultural Economics

University of Stellenbosch 2013 Degree: Hons.B.Agric.Admin Area of Study: Agricultural Economics Golden Key International Honour Society Member: GKID 11924648 ZAF

Elsenburg Agricultural College September 2009 Rothman Training Services

Certificate: Qualified Inseminator of Cattle (Reg number 62/98/I-3234) Courses: Pregnancy Diagnosis of Cattle (09/09-ELS/PD/02)

Artificial Insemination of Cattle (09/09-AI/ELS 03 University of Stellenbosch 2004

Degree: B.Agric.Admin Distinction: Agronomics – Cum Laude

Brackenfell High School 2000 Distinction: Class Captain, U/19 A Rugby Recent Projects International Food and Agribusiness Management Association

Presenter of research paper June 2014 Competitiveness of SA Stone fruit industry: Thesis http://www.ifama.org/i4a/pages/index.cfm?pageid=3524

Trade Law Centre(TRALAC) Stellenbosch Researcher and Analyst March 2014 Ghana Trade and Policy: Working Paper

Eurofruit Southern Hemisphere Congress (Somerset West) Presenter, Researcher and Analyst October 2013 http://www.sh-congress.com/conference-info/programme2013

Employment History University of Stellenbosch, Department of Agricultural Economics

Students’ Assistant March 2013 to Present

Stargrow Nurseries, Stellenbosch 2011 to 2013 Position: Agricultural Advisor

Strengthened communication between nurseries and clients Improved nurseries use of plant material, rootstocks, financial prospects, and production methods Expanded fruit production

Heimat, Piketberg 2010 to 2011

Manager: Production & Logistics Co-directed the production unit with Estate Manager, 70 ha

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Prepared the following forms for export operations: Chemical- and Fertilizer application Organized pack house logistics Fulfilled export requirements for various organizations, including: Global GAP, Nurture, Field-to-Fork, and

SEDEX Carstens Farms, Paarl 2008 to 2010

General Manager Managed 34 ha of Table Grapes along 3 ha of Soft Citrus Managed work force and relations with suppliers, exporters, and inspectors Directed operations at the pack house Instituted a new irrigation system Established new vineyard varieties Maintained GlobalGap standards Implemented a comprehensive maintenance program for farm machinery Allocated budget, meeting and often exceeding profit objectives Engineered vineyards to maximize production Developed production forecasts

Waterbron Boerdery, Riebeek Kasteel 2004 to 2008

General Manager Managed production unit: 24 ha of table grapes for exports, 58 ha of wine grapes, and a Sussex Stud

Swartdam Boerdery, Riebeek Kasteel 2001 to 2004 General Assistant (during University holidays)

Ensured proper pruning and quality grape production Oversaw receiving at packhouse and quality management General farm work on 1,310+ ha (grapes, grains, sheep and cattle)

La Rhone Family Trust, Tulbagh (La Rhone Boerdery) 1996 to 2000 General Assistant (during school holidays and over weekends) General farm work relating to: export stone fruit, wine grapes, and limousin stud

Sports and Hobbies

Golf Rugby

Game Hunting Fishing

Academic References Prof CJ Van Rooyen : 082 785 3300 (Magister-Thesis contact) e-mail: cjvr@sun.ac.za

Employment References Stargrow Nurseries: Mr. Gielie De Waal: 082 216 6660 Heimat, Piketberg: Mr. Nico Basson: 078 311 6034 Carstens Farms, Paarl: Mr. Andre Carstens: 082 772 2328 La Rhone Family Trust, Tulbagh (La Rhone Boerdery): Mr. André du Toit: 082 787 9207

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AYANDA DEMANA

P.O. Box 42895 Mobile: 076 213 9011 Boordfontein Email: demana.ayanda@gmail.com 0201

Outgoing, hardworking, dedicated and enthusiastic Agricultural Economics graduate currently doing the second year of MScAgric specialising in Agricultural Economics. Experience in SAS and Microsoft Office. Fluent in English and Northern Sotho.

Personal Details

ID number: 9007200388086

Date of birth: 20 July 1990

Nationality: South African Citizen

Education

University of Pretoria

Postgraduate

2013-present MScAgric Agricultural Economics Subjects: Production Economics, Microeconomics, Econometrics, Agribusiness

Management, Institutional Economics, International Trade Undergraduate

2009-2012 BScAgric Agricultural Economics/Agribusiness Management Subjects: Agricultural Economics, Economics, Statistics, Agronomy, Business

Law

Hillview High School

2004-2008 National Senior Certificate Subjects: Physical Sciences, Mathematics, Life Sciences, Life Orientation,

Geography, English, Afrikaans

Special achievements: Top Physical Sciences learner in grade 12 Top Life Sciences learner in grade 12 Academic colours in grade 12

Skills

Competent user of Microsoft Office.

Competent user of SAS and STATA.

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Conference Papers

Maluleke, I., Demana, A., Mazibuko, N. and Kalaba M., 2013, Trade policy options for the under- performing agro-processing sector: the case of South African processed foods, beverages and tobacco. Poster paper

presented at the 52nd Annual Conference of the Agricultural Economics Association of South Africa (AEASA). 30 September - 03 October 2013, Bela Bela, Limpopo.

Project Experience

February-April 2014 Enumerator University of Pretoria Enumerated for the University of Pretoria, gained experience in data collection and how to deal with uncomfortable situations. Experience gained in dealing calmly with individuals and the general challenges faced during work.

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S T U A R T C H A R L E S K N O T T C E L L : + 2 7 7 4 4 4 9 1 6 0 4 • E - M A I L : s t u 7 9 k n o t t @ g m a i l . c o m

PERSONAL INFORMATION Nationality – South Africa

SA Identity number – 790320 6209 080 Address – Die Boord, Stellenbosch, South Africa Languages – English (first Language), Proficient in Shona

EDUCATION

MSc in Agricultural Economics 2013 - 2014 University of Stellenbosch South Africa Anticipated Graduation date, December 2014 Thesis is focused on the economic and financial implications of adopting conservation agriculture in

the Swartland region, Western Cape, South Africa. Use of a Whole farm budget model of a typical farm in the Swartland.

First year classes included; Production economics, Rural development, Policy analysis, Strategic farm management, and Wine marketing.

BSc Agricultural Economics (Hons) 1998 – 2002 Reading University Reading, UK

Graduated July 2002 with degree class 2.1 (Hons)

WORK EXPERIENCE

2013 – 2014 Western Cape Department of Agriculture Elsenburg, South Africa An analysis of the financial and economic implications of different tillage systems (conventional

versus No-till) within differing crop rotations in the Swartland area of the Western Cape, South Africa. Developed a whole-farm budget model of a typical Swartland farm to evaluate the financial and

economic impact of specific scenarios on the typical farming business. Organized and coordinated expert group discussions to validate research in designing the budget

model. Developed trial data to gross margin and cash flow analysis.

2003 – 2012 Musi Farming Enterprises Marondera, Zimbabwe

Director Of Cropping Enterprises Crops included Virginia Tobacco, Paprika, Seed maize, Commercial maize, Soya beans, Mange tout

peas, fine beans, chillis and runner beans. Moved tobacco production on to contract scheme with Chidziva Tobacco Processors. Increased

tobacco production from 60,000kg to 144,000kg, from 23ha to 47ha grown. Tobacco production was increased through the construction of a 20ha Brown Engineering tunnel

curing facility with a self-designed grading facility valued at US$300,000. Cash flow preparation and monitoring. Sourcing, procurement, and stock management. 120 people on staff payroll, both contract and permanent. Attained Globalgap status for all horticultural crops for four years running. Under difficult political and economic circumstances maintained good management-labour relations.

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2002 - 2003 Ranstad Employment Agency Portsmouth, UK

Finance Assistant, Portsmouth City Council Quickly developed valuable skills in Internet procurement, purchase orders, receipting, and payments

online, using the newly installed Next Generation Finance System (NGFS). Maintained the internal mobile phone payments system using excel and the internal mail system. Responsible for compiling the sections weekly statistics, which when analyzed at meeting, highlighted

areas of concern.

QUALIFICATIONS AND INTERESTS

Co-authored and presented a conference paper, “Conservation Agriculture: A sustainable practice for Africa’s future”, at the African Congress on Conservation Agriculture (ACCA), Lusaka, Zambia, 2014.

Competed in the 2014 IFAMA case study competition for Stellenbosch University, as well as volunteered in organization of the conference

Completed the Success Motivation International (SMI) Dynamics of Personal Goal Setting Completed the Camino De Santiago, a 900km walk across Spain. Summited Kilimanjaro Certified PADI Dive Master Committee member of the Stellenbosch Arts Association 2014 Photography Enjoy travelling Running, hockey, squash

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CURRICULUM VITAE OF ETIENNE KRUGER Dear Sir/Madam In the next few lines I will describe myself and motivate why I am the best candidate for the specific job and why I would be a valuable asset to any company. I am an extraordinary student with a great passion for agriculture and business and how these two terms are being affected by macroeconomic factors. It is important to bring to your attention that I have studied for four years, not only to be just another graduate, but I want to be a graduate that makes a difference in society with the skills that I will develop along my business career. My objective in life will be summarized in the next 3 bullets:

• Complete 3 courses and an internship at the University of Ghent, Belgium (15 September 2014 – 02 February 2015).

• Successfully complete my Master Degree in Agricultural Economics in June 2015 at the University of Pretoria. • Work at an Agribusiness firm with interests in:

o Imports and Exports of Agricultural products. o Food Marketing and Consumer Behaviour. o Project Management. o Develop business models to accommodate farmers (Emerging and Commercial) in terms of market

access and obtaining finances. o Agricultural Research

Yours Sincerely Etienne Kruger

1. PERSONNEL DETAILS

Date of Birth: 06 February 1991 ID number: 9102065041084 Nationality: South African Languages: Afrikaans – Home Language, English and Dutch (Fair) Marital Status: Single Contact details: +(27) 82 5628 708 Email address Kruger.etienne@yahoo.com Address: PO Box 51395, Wierda Park 0149

Maple 304, 42 Silver bell Street Highveld Extention 55, Centurion

2. EDUCATION

TERTIARY EDUCATION OBTAINED AT THE UNIVERSITY OF PRETORIA: (2010-2014) o Master of Commerce in Agricultural Economics (Currently) – February 2014 – June 2015 o Bachelors of Commerce Honours in Agricultural Economics - 2013 o Bachelors of Commerce in Agricultural Economics - 2012

Modules Completed in my Honours year: International Trade and Policy, Marketing Management, Econometrics, Micro Economics, Project Planning and Appraisal, Advanced Production Economics and Strategic Management. Completed my Honours year with an average of 64%.

SECONDARY EDUCATION: (2005 - 2009) o Die Afrikaans Hoër Seunskool, Pretoria: Matriculated in 2009 with University Exemption

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3. WORK EXPERIENCE

Research Assistant for Professor Andre Louw: (February 2014 - Currently) Doing Agricultural Research Internship at RussellStone Group – IN2FRESH (Fresh produce trading) (30 June 2014 – 18 July 2014). During University Recess: Karsten Boerdery, Northern Cape – (December 2013- January 2014). Worked

with the domestic marketing and sales of fresh produce (watermelon, melon and grapes). Worked as an assistant for the Head of the Agricultural Economics Department, University of Pretoria,

Professor Johann Kirsten – (February 2013 – November 2013) During University Recess: Southern Farms, Northern Cape – (December 2012- January 2013) - Worked in

the Packhouse as a junior manager.

4. Achievements

I was selected as an exchange student to the University of Ghent, Belgium, for the period (15 September

2014 to 01 February 2015), where I will further my studies and learn valuable research techniques to apply in my master’s thesis as well as in the private sector.

I was selected as 1 of 3 top students who represented the University of Pretoria at the Agbiz Congress 26 – 28 Augusts held in Somerset – Wes. Our team earned the runners – up award for presenting our Business case findings to a panel of 250 congress attendees.

Bachelors of Commerce Honours in Agricultural Economics - 2013 Bachelors of Commerce in Agricultural Economics - 2012

REFERENCE LIST

Professor Andre Louw Department of Agricultural Economics University of Pretoria

+ 27 (0) 82 4539 239 Email: Andre.Louw@up.ac.za

WA van Niekerk Production Manager at Karsten Boerdery, Northen Cape, Kanoneiland.

+27 (0) 72 1242 444 Email: wavn@karsten.co.za

Gustav Claasen Director: IN2FRESH, RusselStone Group

+27 (0) 84 3333 454 Email: gustav@in2fresh.co.za

Interests

• Agricultural development • Small and medium scale farming research • Food marketing and consumer behavior • Development of agricultural hubs that serves as a platform for small and medium scale farmers to have

access to markets

Research experience

• Agricultural value chains • Small and medium scale farming research • Agro-based clusters

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HERMAN LOMBARD- CURRICULUM VITAE I, Herman Lombard, matriculated from Newcastle High School in 2008. In 2009 I registered for B.Sc Quantity Surveying at the University of the Free State however I realised with my roots on the farm my heart was with in agriculture as it has always been my passion. In the second semester of 2009 I registered for B.Sc Animal Science and Agricultural Economics.

During my final year of pre-graduate study in 2012, an opportunity was presented to me to work as a Research Assistant in the Department of Agricultural Economics at the University of the Free State. I saw the potential of the opportunity and decided to continue my full time studies in Honours in Agricultural Economics while still working part time as a Research Assistant. This granted me the opportunity to be involved in multiple research projects as well as the writing of articles, gaining valuable industry insight and exposing myself in the industry. Later that year the Free State Red Meat Producers Organisation (RPO) approached me to serve on their managing committee. I joined and was exposed to even more research opportunities.

In 2013 and 2014 I stayed on as an assistant in the department in order to stay visible to the industry, I assisted in projects, tutoring and helped out with lecturing. In conjunction with the National RPO, I am currently doing my Masters thesis on price transmission of red meat. I believe I can add valuable information to the limited knowledge pool of this topic.

“Success is where preparation and opportunity meet” - Bobby Unser

1. PERSONAL Age : 24 Years Languages : English (Speak/Read/Write)

Afrikaans (Speak/Read/Write) Zulu (Speak)

Occupation : Research Assistant Department of Agricultural Economics (UFS)

: Free State RPO Committee member (Red Meat Producers Organization)

: Farmer SP. Lombard Boerdery, Newcastle

Cellular : +27(0)844480801 E-mail : lombardh@ufs.ac.za

2. COMPUTER LITERACY Spread sheets - MS Excel, MS Office (Word, PowerPoint) Statistics - SPSS, Eviews

3. ACADEMIC CAREER / ADDITIONAL COURSES All degrees and Diploma’s completed and received at Higher Institution level:

Date Degree 2008 Matriculated (With three A’s)

2012 B.Sc Agric (Agricultural Economics & Animal Science)

2013 B.Sc Agric.Hons (Agricultural Economics)1

2014 M.Sc Agric (Agricultural Economics) Currently2

1 Title of B.Sc Agric Hon thesis: Price transmission in the red meat value chain. 2 Title of M.Sc thesis: Price transmission in the red meat value chain -In the case of Bloemfontein, South Africa.

Date Courses 2010 Cattle AI Course (Glen Agricultural College & UFS) 2011 Dohne Merino Student Judging Diploma 2011 Simbra Judging Course 2011 Bonsmara Judging Course 2013 Firearm Competency

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4. AWARDS/BURSARIES/ACHIEVEMENTS Date Description 2008 Honours in Academic (half colours)

2008 President Verkenner (PV)3

2009 University of the Free State leadership bursary

2012 Free State Red Meat Producers Organization (RPO) annual bursary

2013 Free State Red Meat Producers Organization (RPO) annual bursary

2013 National Research Foundation (NRF) bursary for B.Sc Hons

2014 National Red Meat Producers Organization (RPO) bursary

2014 National Research Foundation (NRF) bursary for MS.c

2014 University of the Free State Merit Bursary (Agricultural Economics Honours Avg 73.25%)

3 President Verkenner: Is a national recognizable achievement.

5. COMMITTEE / FORUMS Date Description

2013-2014 LEK Forum (Landbou Ekonomie Forum) 2012-2014 Free State RPO (Red Meat Producers Organization ) committee

6. WORK EXPERIENCE

• Research Assistant for the past three years (2012-2014) at the Agricultural Economics Department of the University of the Free, under various industry experts (Prof BJ. Willemse) (Doing research, tutoring and lecturing)

• SP Lombard Boerdery – Farming with my father on livestock the past 24 years • Sharp Sharp Boerdery (Hendrik Jacobs) -General management wellbeing of commercial cattle

and Maize harvesting (Holidays June to July in 2010 and 2011)

7. PUBLICATIONS / PRESENTATIONS CONGRESSES • F.A. Maré & A.A. Ogundeji (2013). PRICE TRANSMISSION IN THE BEEF VALUE CHAIN – THE CASE

OF BLOEMFONTEIN, SOUTH AFRICA. IFMA 19 - Congress Proceedings Peer Reviewed Papers. Warsaw, Poland. 21-26 July 2013.

• RPO Noordkaap Congress - Price transmission in the beef value -F.A. Maré, A.A. Ogundeji & H.L. Lombard- 6 Junie 2013, Kimberley

• RPO Vrystaat Congress - Price transmission in the beef value - F.A. Maré, A.A. Ogundeji & H.L. Lombard- 13 Junie 2013, Bloemfontein

• GADI Farmers day – Price transmission in the beef value chain - F.A. Maré, A.A. Ogundeji & H.L. Lombard- 16 Oktober 2013, Grootfontein LBK, Middelburg Oos-kaap

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Curriculum Vitae

Makhuvha Mmbengeni Constance Cell: 076 630 1058 mmbengenimakhuvha@gmail.com PERSONAL DETAILS

Date of Birth : 1988-09-19 Identity Number : 8809191114087 Gender : Female Race : Black Disability : None Languages : Venda, English, Pedi, Sotho, Xhosa, Afrikaans and Tsonga Driver’s License : C1/Code 10 Postal Address : P.O.Box 385 :

Dzanani 0955

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY Employer Name : Department of Agriculture

Position : Agricultural Economist- Intern Duration : 03 April 2012 to 31 March 2013

Main duties: • Facilitation of access to market by Agribusiness • Provide agricultural economic advisory support services • Facilitate the implementation of agricultural finance programs • Develop agricultural information management tools and Business plans • Promote & market agricultural finance schemes during farmers’ day events • Monitor & evaluate applications of agricultural finance programs • Provide advisory assistance to crop and animal production farmers

EDUCATIONAL DETAILS

SECONDARY QUALIFICATION Last School Attended : Nngweni High School Highest Grade Passed : Grade 12 Certificate Awarded : Matric Certificate (Merit) Year Obtained : 2006

TERTIARY QUALIFICATIONS 1 Institution : University of Venda Degree Awarded : Bachelor of Sciences in Agriculture (Agricultural Economics) Year Completed : 2011

TERTIARY QUALIFICATIONS 2 Institution : University of Stellenbosch Degree Awarded : Master of Sciences in Agriculture (Agricultural Economics) Year Completed : 2014 (expected)

KEY SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

• Data collection • Data capturing, , Research Methods, Report writing, Presentation, good interpersonal

communication skills(Verbal and written),ready to face new challenges

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• MS Office: Word , Excel, Power Point, Internet and Email, SPSS, advance excel, Solver in excel, Application of excel programs such as MOTAD, LINGO, @RISK and LINDO

• Excellent Communication (verbal and written) skills, Pay attention to detail, Punctual, • Ability to work independently, Ability to work under pressure and work in team

AWARDS AND ACHIVEMENTS 2013 2011/12

Leadership Beyond Borders short course certificate Professional Capacity Building short Course certificate

2012 Experiential Training, Internship certificate Limpopo Department of Agriculture

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ABE Bailey Travel Bursary to The United Kingdom

REFERENCES 1st Contact : Dr. WH Hoffman Occupation : Lecturer Institution : Stellenbosch University Relationship : MSc Study promoter & Lecturer Contact Number : 021 808 4758/4670 Cell phone number : 083 608 9444 Email : willemhh@sun.ac.za 2nd Contact : Mr. TK Pfumayaramba Occupation : Lecturer Institution : University of Venda Relationship : Undergraduate study Supervisor & lecturer Work Tel. Number : 015 962 8712 Cell phone Number : 079 982 1988 Email : tichaona.pfumayaramba@univen.ac.za 3rd Contact : Ms. M Musetha Occupation : Deputy Manager (value-chain) Institution : Limpopo Department of Agriculture Relationship : Internship mentor Work Tel. Number : 015 516 5191 Cell phone : 082 706 1648 Email : mphomu2@gmail.com

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CURRICULUM VITAE OF IKAGENG MARTHA MALULEKE

Surname: Maluleke First Name: Ikageng Martha I.D Number: 8906181020082 Postal Address: P. O. Box 15

Mbibane 0449

Cell phone Number: 0725512229/0838802859 E-mail address: ikagengmaluleke@gmail.com Marital Status: Single Nationality: South African Gender: Female Home Language: Tsonga Other Languages: English (Fluent), Afrikaans (conversational) Sotho (Fair) Disabilities: None Criminal Record: None Driver’s License: code 10

TERTIARY QUALIFICATIONS

University: University of Pretoria Year: Final Year 2014 (Masters) Course: MSc (Agric) Economics and Business Management

Modules (course work): International Agricultural Trade and Policy, Institutional

Economics, Agribusiness Management, Agricultural Supply Chain Management, Advanced Production Economics, Agricultural Marketing, Microeconomics, Econometrics.

University: University of Pretoria

Year achieved: 2012(hons)

Course: BSc (Agric) Economics and Business Management

SECONDARY EDUCATION

High School: Good Shepherd Model School

Highest Grade Passed: Grade 12 (2008)

Subjects: Mathematics, Physical science, English (home language), Afrikaans (first additional language), Life science, Agricultural science, Life orientation

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EXPERIENCE

Name of employer: University of Pretoria (Department of Agric Economics) Position held: Lecturing assistant for second year students Period: Feb 2013 to date

Duties: Tutor classes, individual consultations, marking.

SKILLS

Skilful in MS Office software, research, presentation, and communication. PERSONAL QUALITIES

I am a self-disciplined, dedicated, diligent individual with high expectations for the future. I am a born leader with good communication skills.

ACHIEVEMENTS

Exchange student at the University of Ghent in Belgium 2014/2015 academic year. Delegate at the Barclays Pioneering Women conference 2014. Co-authored and presented a poster paper at AESA conference (Agricultural Economic

Association of South Africa) 2013.

Topic: Trade Policy Options for Agro-processing Sector: Processed Foods, Beverages and Tobacco. EXTRA MURAL ACTIVITIES

Member at the centre for the study of AIDS (visit orphanages)

Mission volunteer for African Exodus (humanitarian work and evangelism)

REFERENCES

Prof.J Kirsten University of Pretoria: Head of Department for the Department of

Agricultural Economics, Extension and Rural Development.

Telephone Number: (012) 420 3251 E-mail address: johann.kirsten@up.ac.za

Dr Andre van der Vyver University of Pretoria: Senior Lecture Department for the Department of

Agricultural Economics, Extension and Rural Development.

Telephone Number: (012) 420 3252 E-mail address: andre.vandervyver@up.ac.za

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PERSONAL INFORMATION Name : Simbongile Surname : Mgidi Date of Birth : 14-04-1990 ID number : 9004145597087 Gender : Male Religion : Christian Marital Status : Single Nationality : South African Home language : Xhosa Other languages : English and Isizulu Postal address : P.O Box 22 Nqamakwe 4990 Physical Address : Dudumashe A/A Nqamakwe 4990 Drivers License : Yes (Code 8) Car : No Contact number : 0731539238 Email address : mgidi.s@webmail.co.za /mgidisim04@gmail.com EDUCATIONAL INFORMATION High School Attended : St John’s College Highest grade passed : Grade 12 Year : 2009 HIGHER EDUCATION Institution : University of Fort Hare Degree : Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Economics Year of Graduation : 2014 Level of Study : Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Economics (Honors 2014) WORK EXPERIENCE

1. Organization : Junior Chamber International (JCI)

Position : President Period : 1 year (2013)

2. Organization : Junior Chamber International (JCI) Position : Eastern Cape Director Period : 1 year (2014)

3. Organization : Enactus Position : Project Leader Period : 2 years (2013/2014)

4. University of Fort Hare Tutor : Agricultural production economic (AGE211) Year : 2014

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REFERENCES 1. Name : Prof. A Obi

Occupation : Senior Lecturer Employer : University of Fort Hare Contact number : 0733131865

2. Name : Mrs. N.Mntambo

Occupation : Alumni

Employer : University of Fort Hare

Contact number : 0822003639

3. Name : Prof Ben Bester

Occupation : Senior Lecturer

Employer : Fort Hare

Contact Number : 083577008

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CURRICULUM VITAE OF WINNY SAKHILE MLIMO

School of Agricultural, Earth and Environmental Sciences, University of KwaZulu-Natal, Private Bag X01, Scottsville, 3209, Pietermaritzburg

Mobile: +2779 173 2007 / +2776 870 5272 | Email: sakhile.mlimo@gmail.com

PERSONAL DETAILS

Gender Female

Date of birth 1988-10-04

Nationality South African

ID number 8810040379087

Postal Address P O Box 1961

Kabokweni

1245

ACADEMIC QUALIFICATION

University of KwaZulu-Natal Master of Science in Agriculture (Agricultural Economics)

Degree to be completed December 2014

University of KwaZulu-Natal Bachelor of Science in Agriculture (Agricultural Economics)

Degree completed December 2012

Majors Agricultural Economics & Economics

ACHIEVEMENTS

Certificate of merit Public Finance Certificate of merit Multivariate Analysis

SECONDARY EDUCATION

Metropolitan College Matric

Completed 2007 (Passed with Merit)

Subjects English (HG), Afrikaans (HG), Mathematics, (SG) Geography (HG), Physical Science (SG), Agricultural Science (SG) & Biology (HG)

SKILLS

Advanced skills in Microsoft: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook and Explorer Excellent communication and presentation skills Good knowledge of statistical software, such as STATA Great skills in economic research and statistical data analysis

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WORK EXPERIENCE

Supplemental Instruction Leader: UKZN July 2014 - November 2014

I have developed great leadership, communication, presentation and analytical skills during the SI programme. The SI programme has broadened my knowledge and understanding of agribusiness marketing and agricultural finance.

Duties and responsibilities:

I conduct extra sessions for traditionally difficult academic courses I prepare hand-outs for sessions, for example, quiz, summary of lecture notes and preparatory test and

exam questions I facilitate group discussions and encourage participation by all students I organise the sessions with built-in flexibility to meet the needs of students I also handle the admin work involved in the programme

Shop Assistant: King Pie December 2007 - January 2009

I have gathered excellent communication, interpersonal and managerial skills during my experience at King Pie, Riverside Mall in Nelspruit.

Duties and responsibilities:

Ensured smooth day-to-day operations of the shop Made sure the shop was clean at all times Maintained good relationships with customers Made stock orders and stock taking Handled financial transactions (Bank deposits)

REFERENCES

Linda LeRoux King Pie Manger

Phone number 013 757 0777/ 082 366 6492

Relationship Employer

Dr Zachary Tambudzai Deputy Dean, Faculty of Commerce at Midlands State University, Zimbabwe

Relationship Former lecturer, University of KwaZulu-Natal

Email address zacharymugadza@gmail.com

Dr Edilegnaw Wale Senior Lecturer, Department of Agricultural Economics, University of KwaZulu-Natal

Relationship Current MSc Supervisor

Email address walee@ukzn.ac.za

Phone number 033 260 5410

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Curriculum Vitae

Personal details: Name: Karabo Donald Motau Date of birth: 1986-11-05 ID number: 8611055719088 South African citizen: Yes Language(s): English, IsiZulu (basic), Sepedi, Sesotho & Setswana Race: African Gender: Male Marital status: Single Email address: karabodonaldmotau@gmail.com Cell: 082 294 3058 Driver’s license: Yes – 20340010KJTK Residential address: 7543 Section V, Mamelodi West,

Shabangu Street, Pretoria, 0122

Education Details Qualifications: MSc. in Agriculture (In progress) University / Institution: University of KwaZulu-Natal, PMB Country: South Africa Student number: 209501788 Date/Due date of completion: 2013/02-2014/11 Description of qualification: I am completing a Master’s degree in Agriculture (Agribusiness). My

research is focused on ecotourism and public protected areas in the Kwazulu-Natal province. The study seeks to investigate the operational competitiveness of public protected areas in the province and the implications for ecotourism in South Africa.

Qualification: BSc. in Agriculture University / Institution: University of KwaZulu-Natal, PMB Date / Due date of completion: 2009/02-2012/12 Description of qualification: The qualification obtained is a 4 year BSc Agriculture (Agribusiness)

degree from the University of KwaZulu-Natal. It is a degree with joint majors between Agricultural Economics and Wildlife Science.

Work Experience Job Title: Student Assistant Librarian Organization: University of KwaZulu-Natal (Life Sciences Library), PMB Period: 2012-07-01 and currently still employed... Work description and key responsibilities: Duties involve the capture of borrowed and received library material

on the computer library system. Assisting students with OPAC, an online research database system. Furthermore, other duties involved re-shelving of books using the Dewey system and locking up the library after work.

Key skills and competencies: Gained interpersonal skills, and the ability to work with new systems. Also, the position has allowed me to solidify my multi-tasking and time management skills.

Reference Name: Mr Yakesh Jagesar Working Relationship: Library Supervisor Contact Details: (033) 260 5258 & Cell no: 076 872 0636

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Job Title: Demonstrator (Tutor) Organization: University of KwaZulu-Natal, PMB Work Description and key responsibilities: Demonstrated Biology 101 and 102 (2012 academic year). Assisted

students with practical work in laboratories and also, marked student work. Furthermore, I demonstrated AGEC 270 (Applied Financial farm management) in 2013 and 2014. Assisted students with practical work and conducted extra classes as a supplemental instruction leader for AGEC 270 (still running)

Key skills and competencies: Learnt teaching, interpersonal, time management and multi-tasking skills.

Reference Names: Dr S Ferrer1 Professor Colleen Downs2

1Course Coordinator for AGEC 270 and Senior Lecturer in the Department of Agricultural Economics and Agribusiness

2Research Professor and Senior Lecturer for Bio 101 & 102

Contact Details: (033) 260 6989 & email: ferrer@ukzn.ac.za (033) 260 5105 & email: downs@ukzn.ac.za Job Title: Sailor Organization: South African National Defence Force-South African Navy Period: 2006-01-01 to 2007-12-31 Work Description and key responsibilities: In 2006, only involved in basic training. Then in 2007, I was deployed

to a SA Navy survey ship named the SAS Protea and worked as a survey recorder. Duties involved ship maintenance, SONAR data recording and sentry patrol in harbor (quarter master).

Key skills and competencies: My position in the Navy allowed me to gain time management skills, objective centred approach to work, weapons training and thinking skills.

Reference Name: Reserve Management Centre (SA Navy) Reference Title: Able Seaman (force number: 02008191MG/MC) Working Relationship: SANDF Reserve Management Contact Details: (021) 787 4826

Additional Information Participated in the 2014 Agbiz Congress student case competition held in Somerset West, Cape Town. Part

of the runner-up team and I was voted the best contributor in the same team. o Reference name:

Lindie Stroebel (Manager) Agribusiness Intelligence Cell no: 079 497 1594

Email: lindie@agbiz.co.za Competent in Statistical analysis (Basic Econometrics) and statistical packages such as SPSS and STATA.

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CURRICULUM VITAE OF

SCELO M. MSHENGU Dambuza Unit H1 PO Box 15881, Edendale, 3217, Pietermaritzburg

Mobile: +27823568130 | Email: msmshengu@gmail.com PERSONAL PROFILE

A motivate university post-graduate looking for an opportunity to join a leading agricultural economics organization. Possessing excellent communication skills & having the ability to communicate professionally with various people from different backgrounds. Scelo is positive, focused and eager to further grow and develop in the field of Agricultural Economics. Scelo is currently finalizing his master’s degree in Agricultural Economics and is seeking a suitable employment position with a reputable company after completing his degree. TERTIARY EDUCATION

University of Kwa-Zulu Natal Bachelor of Science in Agriculture (Agricultural Economics) Degree completed December 2012 Majors Agricultural Economics and Economics Awards

Dean’s Commendation semester one (2010)

Agricultural Economics Association of South Africa (AEASA) award for the best final year student in agricultural economics at UKZN (2012). Modules passed with Certificate of Merit

1. Intermediate econometrics 2. Applied linear programming 3. Production Economics and Price Analysis 4. Applied Microeconomics 5. Monetary Economics

Currently (2014) registered as:

Second year M.Sc. Agric. Student majoring in Agricultural Economics, in the School of Agriculture, Earth and Environmental Sciences.

Research Question: Financial and economic viability of irrigation farming following curtailment of water use rights in the uMhlatuze Catchment.

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SECONDARY EDUCATION

Last school attended Amakholwa Secondary School (2003 – 2007) Highest qualification obtained Matric (2007) Subjects IsiZulu (HG), English (HG), Mathematics (SG), Physical Science

(HG), Life Science (HG) and Agricultural Science (HG)

WORK EXPERIENCE

Agricultural Economics (AGEC) 370 tutor Duties: Giving guidance to AGEC 370 students during tutorial sessions, by providing them assistance in answering tutorial questions. (2012, 2013 & 2014) LEADERSHIP ROLES

UKZN Sport Union: Soccer Club – Treasury 2013 Denison resident (UKZN): Block representative 2012 UKZN Sport Union: Soccer Club – Campus league convener 2012 Maritzburg Southern Stars (MSS): Team Manager 2011 Amakholwa Secondary School: Grade 11 learners’ representative in 2006

SKILLS

Experience in econometric tools such as Stata and SPSS.

Highly capable in several spreadsheet and word – processing applications such as

Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Internet Explorer.

REFERENCES

Name Relationship Tel. No

Stuart Ferrer Academic Supervisor 0824495696

Mark Darroch Academic Supervisor 0332605493 Mnqobi Zikode Chairperson of Soccer 0793033627

Khayelihle Ndlovu MSS President 0794352347

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BIOGRAPHICAL DETAILS SURNAME Njara FIRST NAMES Lunga Innocent DATE OF BIRTH 06 February 1991 MARITAL STATUS Single GENDER Male RESIDENTIAL ADDRESS 1850 Pakamisa, Zone 1, Ezibeleni, Queenstown, 5320 POSTAL ADDRESS P.O Box 769 Queenstown 5320 TELEPHONE NUMBERS (Cell) 078 064 3410 / 078 775 8315 LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY Good command of English and IsiXhosa ID NUMBER 9102065761087 DRIVER’S LICENSE Drivers learners – License in progress MEDICAL STATUS Good

EMAIL ADDRESS njaralunga@gmail.com or lunganjara@yahoo.com or 201006885@ufh.ac.za

ACADEMIC QUALIFICATION

INSTITUTION QUALIFICATION DATE OBTAINED SUBJECTS PASSED

University of Fort Hare Thubalethu High School

BSc. Agricultural Economics Grade 12

2013 2008

Please refer to academic record English, IsiXhosa, Life Sciences, Physical Sciences, Agricultural Sciences, Mathematics and Life Orientation

PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE

ORGANISATION PERIOD POSITION SUMMARY OF DUTIES Department of Agricultural Economics and Extension (University of Fort Hare- Alice) Jolobe 1 Residence (University of Fort Hare- Alice) Teaching and Learning Centre (University of Fort Hare- Alice) Enactus (University of Fort Hare- Alice) Junior Chamber International (University of Fort Hare- Alice)

January 2014 - Current January 2012 – November 2012 January 2014 - Current July 2012 – June 2013 January 2013 – December 2013

Laboratory and Research Assistant Corridor Rep Supplemental Instruction (SI) Leader Projects Coordinator Executive Vice President

Participating in conducting research, collecting data and analysis. Part of my duties are to help students in Coding data from questionnaires and entering it into Excel for analysis facilitating student progress through explaining Ensuring that university residence rules are adhered to by students. Attending to student emergencies after hours. Helping first year students with traditionally difficult courses, Introduction to agricultural Economics in particular. My mandate is to facilitate sessions with students and help them understand the course and also have one on one consultations with students who found it hard to comprehend what was discussed in the SI Session. Overlooking two community projects for this non-profit organisation. The projects were Vermicomposting, where were producing organic fertiliser for local farmers using red earth worms. The second project was Biogas were we used cow dung and water to produce methane gas which generates electricity that is used for cooking. Replacing the President whenever needed or requested to do so by the President. Assume overall responsibility for the membership growth of the Local Organization. Monitor and coordinate the activities and programs of the Local Organization; supervise the activities of the Vice Presidents. Prepare the Plan of Action for the ensuing year.

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Agricultural Business Chamber Congress

January 2014 – Current 27-29 August 2014

Local President Student Case Competition Presenter

Control and supervising the Local Organization. Presiding at all General Membership Meetings and meetings of the Board of Directors. Representing the Local Organization in all instances. I participated in a student case competition hosted by the Agricultural Business Camber. My group and I discussed, brainstormed and proposed a business case for the Sunday River Citrus Company (SRCC) which is facing some difficulties with the citrus black spot (CBS) which has tempted a possible ban in exporting Citrus fruit to the EU from RSA. My group were voted as the best group in terms of team effort in the congress.

Skills & Knowledge

Good communication interpersonal skills; Ability to conduct research and participant interaction; Ability to work as a team and resolve conflicts; Ability to come up with good, innovative and sustainable ideas for development; Good presentation and writing skills; Ability to implement and facilitate project processes; Ability to seek help and advice when needed; Enthusiastic of rural development and project participation; Ability to listen and carry out instructions in detail

Prizes & achievements

ORGANISATION PRIZE DATE OBTAINED

Agricultural business chamber Junior Chamber International Enactus Junior Chamber International

Best team effort award at a student case competition (Agbiz Congress) Most outstanding local organisation, Best debating team (JCI National Convention) National Champions Best Local President

28th August 2014 20th October 2013 13th July 2014 10–12 October 2014

PRESENT POSITION

CURRENT STATUS Laboratory Assistant; SI Leader ; BSc. Agricultural Economics (Hons) 2014 - awaiting results TERTIARY University of Fort Hare

REGION Eastern Cape Faculty Faculty of Science and Agriculture Department Agricultural Economics &

Extension

MAJOR COURSES STUDYING

Agricultural Marketing Prices and Theory (Hons) Methods of Agricultural Economics Research (Hons) Economics of Agricultural Development and Project Appraisal (Hons) Agricultural Resource Economics (Hons)

COURSES ATTENDED

JCI Impact Training; JCI Negotiation Skills Training; JCI Admin Training; JCI Presenter Training

Conducted by JCI South Africa Representative Tsepo Thlaku at the Innovation Hub, Pretoria (27-30 June 2014)

Tutor Training Conducted by TLC at the University of Fort Hare (6-7 February 2014)

REFERENCES

PERSON CAPACITY CONTACT DETAILS Prof Abbyssinia Mushunje Supervisor- HOD

University of Fort Hare 0406022124 / 0826467424

Prof. Ajuruchukwu Obi Senior Lecturer 073 3131 865 Mr. Richard Scott Managing Director Xerox Printing Company 084 4883 319 Ms Nomakholwa Yawa Head of Department Secretary

University of Fort Hare 0406022333 / 0713854850 / 0734863343

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Curriculum Vitae of Mr Phoka Nkhuoa

1. PERSONAL INFORMATION Title Mr First Names: Phoka Gerald (Chairman) Surname: Nkhuoa I.D Number 910515 5339 086 Nationality South African Marital Status Single Health Status Excellent Criminal Offences None E-mail pgnkhuoa@webmail.co.za Telephone Number (Home) (057) 397 1404 (Work) (051) 401 3551 (Cell) 073 6866 870 Home Address 11369 Molibeli Crescent Oppenheimer Park Thabong 9463 Welkom Postal Address 11369 Molibeli Crescent Oppenheimer Park Thabong 9463 Welkom Driver’s License Code 8 Home language: Sotho Language Proficiency Read Speak Write English Very good Very good Very good Afrikaans Good Average Average Sotho Good Very good Average 2. COMPUTER LITERACY Microsoft: Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint Internet usage 3. QUALIFICATIONS SCHOOL EDUCATION Last School Attended Edmund Rice School Highest Grade Passed Grade 12 Year 2009 TERTIARY / HIGHER EDUCATION University Attended University of the Free State Degrees Achieved B.Sc Agronomy and Agricultural Economics Year: 2013 Graduated B.Sc Agronomy and Agricultural Economics in 2013

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Current Studies: Name of Institution University of the Free State Course B.Sc (Hons) Agricultural Economics Year 2014 UNIVERSITY ACTIVITIES AND ACHIEVEMENTS Prizes and Awards I was awarded a certificate of membership by Golden key International Honour Society 4. WORK EXPERIENCE Employer: University of the Free State (Agricultural Economics Department) Period: January 2012 – present Position Held: Student Research Assistant

Duties and responsibilities

Reviewing literature, assisting with research projects as directed by assigned supervisor, participating in team oriented activities involving other research assistants in the department aimed at producing quality and timely output of research projectsas well as sundry responsibilities as directed by the Academic Head of Department. 5. LEADERSHIP TRAINING RECEIVED I have attended Partnership Foundations leadership programme from the year 2005 to 2008 in Rustenburg, North West. I am member of Golden Key International Honour Society. I was on the student representative council from 2008 to 2009. 6. GENERAL Particular strengths and aptitudes I am committed to my work. I go out of my way to meet deadlines. Forming good relationships with people comes easily to me. Re-location I have absolutely no problem with re-locating. 7. REFERENCES Prof B.J. Willemse Head of Agricultural Economics Department University of the Free State Office: 051 401 3473 Cell: 083 230 1083 Email: willemsebj@ufs.ac.za Dr Abiodun Ogundeji Supervisor University of the Free State Office: 051 401 3352 Cell: 076 633 3041 Email: ogundejiaa@ufs.ac.za

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Curriculum Vitae

1. Personal Information

Name: Christian Ernst Schlotfeldt

Date of Birth: 1992-10-27

Place of Birth: Rustenburg

Nationality: South African

Identification Number: 9210275273080

Languages: German

English

Afrikaans

Passport: South African and German (Deutscher Reisepass)

Marital Status: Unmarried

Driver’s License: South African Driving License, Code EB

Current Occupation: Full-time student at North West University (South Africa)

2. Educational Information 2.1. Primary Education Laerskool Rustenburg (Afrikaans)

Deutsche Schule Kroondal (German) 2.2. Secondary Education: Technical High School Rustenburg

Matriculated: November 2010

Subjects: Afrikaans Home Language (80%)

English First Additional Language (82%)

Mathematics (68%)

Life Orientation (89%)

Civil Technology (66%)

Engineering Graphics and Design (74%)

Physical Sciences (Physics and Chemistry) (56%)

2.3. Tertiary Education

Highest Qualification Attained: Bachelor of Commerce in Entrepreneurship and Business Management (3 year)

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Institution: North West University, Potchefstroom Campus

Bachelor completed: 2013

Current Education: Final year of study in the form of Honours Degree in International Trade, also at North West University.

Resume of Christian Schlotfeldt (1992-10-27)

Having grown up on an extensive cattle farm in South Africa, I have developed a passion for commercial agriculture and the environment within which it operates, especially in Africa.

I am currently in my final year of study, which concludes in November 2014. Being fresh from University, I am independent and unattached and thus I have a strong will to travel a lot and to work in all regions of Africa. Southern Africa has always interested me, and I am keen to get to know the region better in terms of its Languages, Economies, Agricultural sectors and people etc. I enjoy working and co-operating with people, whilst I also function very well on my own.

Having grown up in South Africa and also travelled the region somewhat, I have a relatively good understanding of the African ways of doing business and have also gained significant insight into such ways from working as a student at agricultural operations in South Africa, Mozambique and Zambia. Working as an intern at Lemken GmbH in Alpen, Germany (2013) has given me the opportunity to learn more about the European way of doing business, and I find the two different environments highly interesting.

For secondary schooling I attended a Technical High School (that is from Grade 8-12), and from the farm I have a basic yet broad understanding for the mechanical side of agricultural machinery. Thus I can say that I have a large interest in the practical, technical and economic sides of agriculture.

Thus to summarise, I am keen to travel and work throughout Africa and feel I have an understanding of doing business in Africa, and I truly would like to work within the agricultural sector on the continent. I have a passion for three things: Africa, Agriculture and Progress.

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Curriculum Vitae Jan-Hendrik Strauss

• Telephone number: 082 797 9102 • E-mail: janhendrikstrauss@ymail.com • Address: P.O box 10477

Klerksdorp 2570

Personal details

• Name: Jan-Hendrik • Surname: Strauss • Date of birth: 1991/08/04 • Age: 23 Years • ID number 9108045050087 • Nationality: RSA citizen • Languages: Afrikaans, English, Tswana (basics) • Driver’s license: valid (code b)

Overview/ General information/ Short Summary . I am self motivated person who has passion for my work, initiative, high energey levels, positive, accurate, team player, has an ability to work under pressure, good communication skills, client and service orientated, assertive, bilingual, good interactions and friendly with people from all my works life.

Leadership experience 1) Student council

• Recruitment Committee for HEIMAT (2011) 2) Sport:

• Rugby 1st team for HEIMAT (2011-2012) • Kayaking (2012-2013)

3) Computer skills • Windows and Microsoft Office, various internet related programs like

eviews, trade map and market access. 4) Personal Skills

• Team work, leadership abilities, responsibility, trustworthiness, communication skills, determined

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1.SECONDARY EDUCATION

: KLERKSDORP HIGH SCHOOL (2006-2010)

QUALIFICATION : SENIOR CERTIFICATE (GRADE 12)

SUBJECTS 2. Tertiary Education Institution Field of Studie Year passed Main subject Field of Studie Year passed

: : : : : : : :

Afrikaans English Mathematics Economics Agriculture Geography Lifescience University of North West – Potchefstroom Campus B.COMM Economics and International Trade Graduated 2013 Economics International trade Hons B.COMM International Trade Currently busy(2014)

Interests & Hobbies

I have an interest in what is happening in the world news and being update by reading lots of articles on subjects that is of interest to me. I enjoy spending time outdoors and doing lots of adventurous activities. Traveling and seeing place bring out the adventurous side of me, do motocross riding and kayaking keeps me fit. Spending time on the farm working with the cattle and sheep gives me great satisfaction. I like hunting, kayaking, exercising and spending quality time with family and friends.

Personal Goals In the next five years I will strive to achieve the following goals:

• I would like to develop my theoretical knowledge of skills and experience in variety of field and industries.

• Building my career in the agriculture sector. • I would like to be with the same company but with greater responsibilities. • I would like to better my financial skills, international trading and see my

mission and vision statement being achieved. • I would like to further study in the business field, by doing my MBA part

time while working for a company, as I strongly believe that one is never too old to learn

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Manfred Venter Curriculum Vitae

-Agricultural Economist- 1. PERSONAL Marital Status : Single

ID number: 8709065257089 Birth dat: 6 September 1987 Age: 26 years Languages: Afrikaans, English and Sesotho (30%) Nationality: South African Qualification: BSc Hon (Agricultural Economics) MSc Agricultural Economics (Currently) Occupation: Junior Lecturer and Researcher

Department of Agricultural Economics University of the Free State Bloemfontein Farmer and Entrepreneur VV Boerdery Verkeerdevlei Cellular +27(0)82 637 1419 E-mail: venterm4@ufs.ac.za

Computer literacy: MS Excel, SPSS, MS Office (Word, PowerPoint), E-mail, Internet 2. ACADEMIC CAREER All degrees and Diploma’s completed and received at Higher Institution level:

Date Degree 2008 National Diploma Nature Management (Centurion Academy) 2012 B.Sc.Agric (Agricultural Economics)1 2013 B.Sc.Agric.Hons (Agricultural Economics)2 2014 M.Sc.Agric (Agricultural Economics) Currently3

1 Obtained degree as best Agricultural Economics student over 4 years of study. 2 Title of B.Sc. Agric Hon thesis: The evaluation of basic routine marketing and procurement strategies of

white maize in South Africa (With Distinction). 3 Title of M.Sc thesis: The Evaluation of basic routine marketing and procurement strategies of grains in

South Africa. 3. AWARDS/BURSARIES/ACHIEVEMENTS

Date Description 2013 • ABSA Award for the best student in Agricultural Economics over the four years

of under graduate study at UFS • Agricultural Economics Association of South Africa’s top under grad student

award. • Presenter at the IFMA conference in Warsaw, Poland as a contributing paper,

also publishing in the Journal. • Presenter of the market outlook to the Department of Agriculture and Rural

Development annual strategic session. • Silostrat study bursary for Honours student • Department of Agricultural Economics prize as Student Ambassador. • Department of Agricultural Economics Chairperson of the student body known

as LEKforum

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2012 • Publication and Presentation of a scientific article at the AEASA conference in Bloemfontein, South Africa. (This is done as an undergraduate student)

• Department of Agricultural Economics prize as Student Ambassador. • Department of Agricultural Economics bursary funded by Prof Johan Willemse.

2011 • Pioneer foods Agri bursary • Presenting a poster paper at the AEASA conference in Pretoria, also obtaining

the prize for the best presentation. (Competing against masters students) • Chairperson of the University of the Free State Cricket club

2010 • National club champs winners in Pretoria (Cricket) • Free State Amateur cricket player

4. WORK EXPERIENCE

- Wilton Valley Hunting Safari’s – Farm manager and professional hunter. Recognised by international hunters for service excellence and the ability to work with different people and as a team. Acknowledged for work ethic and commitment.

- Simplify Consulting – Market and customer satisfaction researcher. Duties including modelling of best practices for business operations.

- During studying at Centurion Academy I took part in numerous wildlife research projects as an assistant.

- Brolaz Projects – Administrative Assistant during Holidays. - Department of Agricultural Economics as a junior lecturer and working collaboratively with the

private sector (ex SASOL, Department of Rural development) on research projects that are industry related. (3years)

- VV boerdery - Where I am a partner with my father and a key decision maker for production seasons and budgeting, marketing of products produced.

5. CONCLUDING Thank you for reading a short description of my life journey. I am passionate about agriculture and driven by excellence. I have the ability to work in the most remote areas and also to walk into a board room and present myself with executive presence. I believe in integrity and good old fashioned hard work. Through agriculture we can change people’s lives every day and bring the change to the world that is need, that is feeding the world.

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