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Daily Maverick
05-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Maverick
What migrant care workers from Zimbabwe sacrifice for their children's futures
Ruby is a 30-year-old mother of three and she's ready to do whatever it takes to give her kids a better life. Even if it means leaving her family in Zimbabwe to become a live-in care worker in the UK. Now, halfway across the world from everyone she loves, Ruby works round the clock to make enough money to bring her family together again. Being a live-in care worker for seniors in the UK is hard work. It involves lifting people in and out of bed all day, feeding them and sometimes changing their diapers. All that while keeping on top of their housework too. For Ruby, a 30-year-old mother of three from Zimbabwe, this wasn't her dream job, but that didn't matter. She was determined to give her kids a better life. So she sacrificed her career as a teacher and left her kids back home in Zimbabwe to become a care worker in the UK. Ruby won't let anything stand in the way of getting her kids and husband to England, where they can receive free education and healthcare, things she doesn't have in Zimbabwe. But the real question is: Can Ruby sustain the punishing routine long enough to pull it off? Greener Pastures, a podcast episode by Radio Workshop, captures the highs and lows of Ruby's mission: the intimate relationship she built with her client, the joy of her husband's first day of work in the UK and the madness of working opposite shifts. And not least, Ruby's momentous trip home to get the kids. When Ruby arrived in the UK in January 2024, she quickly learnt that the real England is far from the romanticised version people have back home. While not exactly the 'greener pastures' she expected, her visa offered her the opportunity to earn pounds. After struggling to support her family on a teacher's salary in Zimbabwe, that meant everything to her. Ruby's first job involved providing round-the-clock care to a woman in her nineties. She was paid to work eight hours a day, but it was a 24-hour job. She says sometimes she'd call her friends just to cry. But Ruby says she was lucky. The woman she was caring for was kind and did everything she could to make Ruby feel at home. Not like the horror stories Ruby heard from colleagues about being spat on by racist clients. But arguably, the biggest challenge will begin with the start of their family life in the UK. Ruby explained: 'In a year or two, [the kids are] going to be different people. But, I am there to remind them of their roots.' DM
Business Wire
28-05-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
Greener Pastures Applauds Milestone as Active Investor Plus Program Surpasses 100 Applicants and $600 Million in Capital Commitments
AUCKLAND, New Zealand--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Greener Pastures New Zealand, a premier investment and lifestyle advisory firm specializing in facilitating high-net-worth investor residency through New Zealand's Active Investor Plus (AIP) visa program, today celebrated a major milestone in the country's revamped Active Investor Plus (AIP) visa program. The program has now received over 100 formal applications, representing an estimated NZD $600 million in committed capital to be deployed across New Zealand's private sector. In a promising signal for New Zealand's innovation-driven economy, 80% of these applicants selected the growth investment category, which prioritizes direct investment into New Zealand-managed funds and operating businesses. 'As one of the pioneering firms supporting clients through the AIP process, we have witnessed this first hand with our various meetings with clients around the world,' said Dominic Jones, Managing Director of Greener Pastures New Zealand. 'It reflects not only strong international interest in New Zealand as a destination for strategic investment and lifestyle, but also the government's success in aligning immigration policy with long-term economic development.' Greener Pastures operates the Greener Pastures Diversified Fund, an approved investment vehicle under the AIP program. The firm provides end-to-end advisory for global investors pursuing residency in New Zealand, including investment management, relocation support, and strategic introductions across New Zealand's business and lifestyle ecosystems. The program's success to date is the result of coordinated efforts by Invest New Zealand, Immigration New Zealand, and private sector partners working across borders to attract high-quality investors and activate capital that will fuel job creation, innovation, and sustainable growth across the country. Invest New Zealand General Manager, Benny Goodman says the recent changes to the Active Investor Plus Visa have made it even easier to invest in New Zealand. 'New Zealand has a vibrant eco-system of investment opportunities – from growth companies through to more established entities, projects and funds. The Active Investor Plus Visa pathway makes it easy for investors to connect with these opportunities and gain permanent residence in New Zealand.' For more information on Greener Pastures New Zealand, please visit About Greener Pastures New Zealand Greener Pastures New Zealand is a premier investment and lifestyle advisory firm specializing in facilitating high-net-worth investor residency through New Zealand's Active Investor Plus (AIP) visa program. As a subsidiary of Origin Capital Partners, the firm provides tailored investment products and lifestyle transition support, ensuring a smooth relocation process for high-net-worth investors. Its government-approved Diversified Fund meets AIP visa criteria, while its tailored lifestyle services ensure a smooth transition, from real estate and education to local expertise. Led by Managing Director Dominic Jones and Board Chairman Simon Botherway, Greener Pastures helps global investors build secure, sustainable futures in one of the world's most desirable destinations. Learn more at
Yahoo
28-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Greener Pastures Applauds Milestone as Active Investor Plus Program Surpasses 100 Applicants and $600 Million in Capital Commitments
80% of investors choose growth category, channeling capital into New Zealand's innovation economy AUCKLAND, New Zealand, May 28, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Greener Pastures New Zealand, a premier investment and lifestyle advisory firm specializing in facilitating high-net-worth investor residency through New Zealand's Active Investor Plus (AIP) visa program, today celebrated a major milestone in the country's revamped Active Investor Plus (AIP) visa program. The program has now received over 100 formal applications, representing an estimated NZD $600 million in committed capital to be deployed across New Zealand's private sector. In a promising signal for New Zealand's innovation-driven economy, 80% of these applicants selected the growth investment category, which prioritizes direct investment into New Zealand-managed funds and operating businesses. "As one of the pioneering firms supporting clients through the AIP process, we have witnessed this first hand with our various meetings with clients around the world," said Dominic Jones, Managing Director of Greener Pastures New Zealand. "It reflects not only strong international interest in New Zealand as a destination for strategic investment and lifestyle, but also the government's success in aligning immigration policy with long-term economic development." Greener Pastures operates the Greener Pastures Diversified Fund, an approved investment vehicle under the AIP program. The firm provides end-to-end advisory for global investors pursuing residency in New Zealand, including investment management, relocation support, and strategic introductions across New Zealand's business and lifestyle ecosystems. The program's success to date is the result of coordinated efforts by Invest New Zealand, Immigration New Zealand, and private sector partners working across borders to attract high-quality investors and activate capital that will fuel job creation, innovation, and sustainable growth across the country. Invest New Zealand General Manager, Benny Goodman says the recent changes to the Active Investor Plus Visa have made it even easier to invest in New Zealand. "New Zealand has a vibrant eco-system of investment opportunities – from growth companies through to more established entities, projects and funds. The Active Investor Plus Visa pathway makes it easy for investors to connect with these opportunities and gain permanent residence in New Zealand." For more information on Greener Pastures New Zealand, please visit About Greener Pastures New Zealand Greener Pastures New Zealand is a premier investment and lifestyle advisory firm specializing in facilitating high-net-worth investor residency through New Zealand's Active Investor Plus (AIP) visa program. As a subsidiary of Origin Capital Partners, the firm provides tailored investment products and lifestyle transition support, ensuring a smooth relocation process for high-net-worth investors. Its government-approved Diversified Fund meets AIP visa criteria, while its tailored lifestyle services ensure a smooth transition, from real estate and education to local expertise. Led by Managing Director Dominic Jones and Board Chairman Simon Botherway, Greener Pastures helps global investors build secure, sustainable futures in one of the world's most desirable destinations. Learn more at View source version on Contacts Stephen FrancyRubenstein PR212-805-3017sfrancy@ Sign in to access your portfolio
Associated Press
18-03-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Rubenstein Public Relations Named Agency of Record for Greener Pastures New Zealand
/ -- Rubenstein Public Relations (RPR), a leading full-service communications firm, announced it has been named the Agency of Record for Greener Pastures New Zealand. The investment platform provides ultra-high-net-worth individuals (UHNWIs) with a streamlined pathway to New Zealand residency through the Active Investor Plus (AIP) visa program. RPR has already secured an active media tour in the US and will continue to build attention for Greener Pastures globally. RPR is executing a comprehensive global public relations campaign that includes strategic media placements, thought leadership initiatives, and targeted investor engagement. The firm has secured high-profile speaking opportunities and conference participation, positioning Greener Pastures' leadership as key voices in the investment migration space. RPR has also facilitated Greener Pastures' inclusion in the Forbes Council, further elevating its credibility and influence within the international investor community. Greener Pastures offers tailored investment solutions that align with New Zealand's economic growth sectors, allowing global investors to secure permanent residency while enhancing financial returns. As interest in alternative residency and global mobility continues to rise, New Zealand has become an increasingly attractive destination for individuals seeking stability, economic opportunity, and a world-class lifestyle. Rubenstein Public Relations (RPR) is an independent, New York-based communications agency headed by veteran publicist and respected brand architect, Richard Rubenstein. For more than three decades, RPR's intensive media relations approach and dedicated team of senior practitioners have helped clients build brand equity and reach their target audiences. The firm specializes in brand messaging development, media relations, crisis communications, and thought leadership positioning. RPR has a proven track record in executing successful public relations campaigns for leading corporate, real estate, technology, healthcare, social impact, luxury consumer, entertainment, and hospitality brands across the globe. About Greener Pastures Greener Pastures is a premier investment platform that helps ultra-high-net-worth individuals secure residency in New Zealand through the Active Investor Plus (AIP) visa program. Backed by Origin Capital Partners, the firm offers curated investment opportunities that align with New Zealand's economic growth sectors, providing a seamless pathway to permanent residency while maximizing financial returns. For more information on Greener Pastures, visit +1 212-805-3000 X LinkedIn Instagram YouTube Legal Disclaimer:
