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Greta Thunberg, a 16-year-old activist from Poland, made history with a very powerful speech she delivered about climate change at the 4th Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP24). Earlier this year she was also nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize for her extensive awareness campaign on climate change.

In her speech she said, “I’ve learned you are never too small to make a difference … imagine what we could all do together if we really wanted to.”

With June being Youth Month in South Africa it is only fitting to make reference to this young and vibrant girl whose inspirational work got the world’s attention. This issue of Agriprobe celebrates the various endeavours by the department to facilitate opportunities for youth. We also look at how sustainability and technology can help play a role in

by Mary James