Caroline Vakil

Caroline Vakil is a journalist based in the United States

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Malema opens case against Zuma, Gigaba and ‘Gupta crooks’

Article Caroline Vakil - 9 Jun 2017

Addressing a crowd of EFF supporters outside JHB Central Police Station, Malema said that "we're protecting the poor African masses".

DA call on Emfuleni mayor to resign

Article Caroline Vakil - 8 Jun 2017

The Democratic Alliance marched to the Emfuleni municipality building on Wednesday to call on Mayor Mahole Mofokeng to resign

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Speech may be free but its consequences for Zille and Trump are costly

Article Caroline Vakil - 7 Jun 2017

The infamous tweeters should think before they thumb - or have someone vet their social media comments

SA scores among the highest African countries for locally sourced content

Article Caroline Vakil - 6 Jun 2017

“Only eight countries in Africa ... have a majority of content that is locally produced,” according to a new study.

Real Madrid named world’s most powerful football club

Article Caroline Vakil - 6 Jun 2017

Los Blancos's successful season has resulted in the team replacing Barcelona as the world’s top brand, according to Brand Finance's latest report.

Can a period emoji further the conversation about menstruation?

Article Caroline Vakil - 31 May 2017

The charity Plan International wants to create a period emoji. But will it further the conversation about menstruation?

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Students spend more money a year than the average South African — marketing agency

Article Caroline Vakil - 23 May 2017

A report by Student Village shows that students spent the most on home loan repayments, rent, car payments and clothes.

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Gordhan: Globalisation widens income gap, policy must counter inequality

Article Caroline Vakil - 22 May 2017

The former finance minister said new forms of social safety nets are needed to reduce the socioeconomic divides in countries such as South Africa.

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Microsoft to open two data centres in Johannesburg, Cape Town

Article Caroline Vakil - 18 May 2017

The technology company will now reach 40 regions globally.

Mbali Ntuli and the fine line some DA members must walk on social media

Article Caroline Vakil - 16 May 2017

Some political analysts believe individuals should be allowed to dissent freely in a political party while still upholding its values

Opposition parties unite outside of Concourt to ‘fire Zuma’

Article Caroline Vakil - 15 May 2017

On Monday, a sea of blue and red greeted the Concourt as protesters from the DA, SaveSA and the EFF gathered outside.

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Former HuffPost SA editor applies for leave to appeal ‘hate speech’ article

Article Caroline Vakil - 12 May 2017

The press ombud ruled that 'Could it be time to deny white men the franchise?' violated the Press Council's Code of Ethics and Conduct.

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Press Releases

Special Reports

Let’s unite behind our masks

special reports - 12 Aug 2020

We owe it to young people who hold our dreams for the future to not be discouraged by the Covid-19 pandemic – or our poor leaders

Special Reports

Brand South Africa’s statement in response to allegations of corruption

special reports - 11 Aug 2020

The Board of Trustees and the Management of Brand South Africa have undertaken to investigate any allegations presented against it

Special Reports

Grants for the production of Covid-19-relevant medical and pharmaceutical products: call for proposals

special reports - 11 Aug 2020

Winning innovative projects may be supported with a grant expected to range from €50 000 to to €200 000 depending on whether your initiative is for- or non-profit

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WiMSA shines a light on the future of women in mining

special reports - 7 Aug 2020

Men in mining must begin to take it upon themselves to support the development of women in the industry

Special Reports

Department of Public Works and Infrastructure reveals second gender-based violence advocacy artwork

special reports - 7 Aug 2020

The men and boys of South Africa are important role players in this mission to ensure that women are respected, protected and treated equally

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Empowering the voice of women in leadership to enable full participation in their roles in leadership and decision making

special reports - 7 Aug 2020

Sibanye-Stillwater has 13% female representation in its workforce and is actively working to achieve gender equality and empower all women and girls

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Surviving the tobacco ban

special reports - 7 Aug 2020

Nicotine is given as the ‘likely’ reason for lower Covid-19 infection rates but authorities still stress the health risk of smoking

Special Reports

Smokers hold thumbs for cigarette ban to be lifted

special reports - 7 Aug 2020

SATTA is worried about the impact of the ban on its own members activities and how the ban is helping black marketeers to make millions of rands illegally