Outreach
DNA Economics spreads love and wisdom on Mandela Day
Posted: 07-Aug-2018
DNA Economics in Mamelodi
While its expertise is on economic analysis, DNA Economics has also showed that they have a skill in being able to touch the lives of others. In honour of our legend, Nelson Mandela, seven of its staff took time to go and share hope with learners, at Rephafogile Secondary School, in Mamelodi.
During our visit to the school, we were given an opportunity to provide motivational talks to the Grade 12s as they look towards their final exams – which ‘talks’ were well done by the four speakers.
From the office to the school, it was a trip that no one knew what to expect – whether the small gift packs we had prepared would be appreciated, but the response was overwhelming. The learners looked revived and re-energised after the small/ motivational ‘talks’, with the gift packs being a cherry on top. It appeared as though the learners realised that there are people who care about their success.
It was a fulfilling day for DNA Economics and its staff, as we gave meaning to the saying of our Nelson Mandela, when he said "What counts in life is not the mere fact that we have lived. It is what difference we have made to the lives of others”.View Presentation
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Let’s celebrate Africa Day.
Posted: 07-Aug-2018
On the 25th May 2018, the DNA team celebrated Africa Day in a fun and participatory way – by dressing in cultural outfits and sharing different lunch dishes from all over the continent. The day marks the annual commemoration of the foundation of the Organisation of African Unity (OAU), and in that spirit our team came together for a meal.
Our African menu consisted of Ethiopian ‘Injera’ flat bread, spicy liklabishi (cabbage) salad, Southern African beef stew and Malta (Central and West African) drink.
We, as a DNA family, share an understanding of the meaning of unity and it was a lovely chance to spend the time together in commemoration of African Union (AU).
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DNA Economics takes on the JP Morgan Challenge
Posted: 07-Aug-2018
The race started with a bang, thousands of athletes streaming down the narrow and dimly lit streets of Rosebank. The buzz in the air kept us all going strong though and saw everyone finish well. In a surprise turn of events, our very own Matthew Stern came home first in lightning speed and has been proudly holding the title of Fastest Runner at DNA ever since! (We are convinced he was secretly training for the event). His result was followed by the two very impressive performances of Yash Ramkolowan and Ronald Rateiwa. The Corporate Challenge was truly an enjoyable event for all and a wonderful opportunity for the team to bond whilst getting outdoors and promoting healthy lifestyles! We look forward to going back again next year and trying to not only improve our personal times but give Matthew a bit more of a run for his money!
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DNA spent Nelson Mandela Day at Rephafogile Secondary School in Mamelodi.
Posted: 19-Aug-2019
In honour of Nelson Mandela Day, some of the DNA staff spent the afternoon of 18thof July with the grade 12 students of Rephafogile Secondary School in Mamelodi.
Rephafogile is a school DNA has been working with since 2017. This year, DNAers gave the learners a short talk about how to effectively prepare for their final examinations. DNAers also spoke to them about the best ways to find funding for their tertiary studies and encouraged them to pursue their dreams, no matter how big they are. The gathering ended with DNA distributing exam packs that will help the students prepare for their finals.
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