Thomas Alberts

Web2.0 is a term thrown around a lot these days and it means many things to many people. There are, however, some common characteristics in its varied usage. Basically, web2.0 refers to the shift in focus from distribution of information through networks (the old ‘bookmark your favourites’ approach) to participation in the creation of information and networks.

Trina DasGupta

South African youth have “got the message” regarding the need for HIV prevention.  What continues to drive the epidemic, however, is not their disregard of the message, but rather their response to their circumstances. Many young people who leave school face an uncertain future and feel excluded from opportunity. And not surprisingly, half the lifetime risk of HIV infection among young women is crammed into just five years after leaving school [1].

Joni Light

The Online History Classroom is popularising and strengthening teaching of the South African history curriculum. Clearly, the integration of web-based learning components adds value to traditional education - both in terms of its development and improvement. The web and particularly web2.0 technologies are providing significant new functionality in transmitting information to students and teachers and providing forums for exchange. It is revolutionising some areas of study through increased opportunities for learning and alternative formats for information.

Butjwana Seokoma

The Gauteng Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Environment hosted a two-day summit to look at the impact of rising costs of basic food on poverty, from 10-11 July 2008 in Johannesburg.

Known as the Gauteng Food Summit, the event was attended by over 4 000 representatives from the provincial government, municipalities, community organisations, trade unions, and NGOs.