Founders Dinner 2020 Edition Emphasises Farming

Monday, May 25, 2020

Though the Founders Dinner has not always been industry-focused, it took the crisis from the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic to waken the need to look into channels that can assist the country reduce its import bill.

The Founders Dinner series, which has always sought to engage aspiring farmers who want to venture into agribusiness, will through their upcoming edition take on the challenge.

According to its founder Matshego Lethola, the series has not been industry-focused but was always open to different industries. He said the lockdown has enlightened him more about the importance of farming and its value chain, which can create employment.

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Founders Dinner 2020 Edition Emphasises Farming

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