Printing is on the decline the world over as a direct result of the easy accessibility of information on the Internet. Those who can afford it and know how to navigate their way around the World Wide Web have unfettered access to this vast and liberating storehouse of knowledge and information – giving them a distinct advantage in exploring opportunities, developing their potential and solving problems.

Knowledge has power.
It controls access to opportunity and advancement.
– Peter Drucker

Unfortunately, and despite the widespread use of smartphones in our country, more than 16 million South Africans still do not use the internet at all. Among those who do, the majority only have limited access at work, malls, shopping centres and cafés or through free Wi-Fi hotspots and social media apps, but not at home. This disparity is primarily caused by poor or no reception, intermittent or non-existent electricity, and the high cost of data.

Not only that, but the solutions that are available online can be fragmented and hard to find. And there is the added challenge of limited digital literacy, making it even harder for marginalised people to find the information and assistance they need.

These barriers to accessing the internet and finding relevant information can prevent people from getting the help they need, creating a downward spiral of worsening circumstances, making it even more difficult to escape poverty and marginalisation.

As the world’s knowledge increasingly moves online, access to information will become the biggest obstacle to equality and development in South Africa.

That’s why we print.

Another reason why we print our magazine is that it is an important source of income for unemployed people, who earn 50% of the cover price when they participate in our sales programme.

If you’d like to learn more about this initiative, please watch the short movie at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xex9E4kiiEM

But make no mistake, all of our publications speak to all South Africans: from those who are struggling economically, to those who aspire to make a difference, including businesses, policy-makers and civil servants.

We believe that access to information is a human right. Join us in our mission to bridge the growing divide between those who have access to information and opportunities, and those who do not. Together, we can create a more just and equitable society where everyone has the opportunity to succeed, regardless of their circumstances.

Click here for opportunities to collaborate and help make a difference.