Mandi Smallhorne has been a freelance journalist and writer since 1993; she edited a magazine for medical professionals for two decades and has also edited consumer magazines covering health and lifestyle – she was among the first in South Africa to report on climate change for the lay reader. Mandi has written for many publications over the years, ranging from City Press to the Mail & Guardian. She has a particular interest in the interlocking issues of climate change, food security, agriculture and health. She is passionate about promoting science journalism.
Mandi Smallhorne has been a member of the board of Campaigning for Cancer for many years; she has served as president of the South African Science Journalists Association and is previous vice president of the Board of the World Federation of Science Journalists. She lives in Johannesburg.