Josephine Chinele, Author at The Mail & Guardian

Meeting men halfway: Clinics are going mobile to reach the toughest patients

Article Josephine Chinele - 18 Oct 2017

For decades, we’ve struggled to solve the riddle: How do you get reluctant men to test for HIV. Could we finally have an answer?

Malawi to halt prosecutions against LGBTI community

Article Josephine Chinele - 17 Mar 2017

Malawi says it will no longer enforce anti-homosexuality laws but dangerous homophobia persists on the country's streets - and in its clinics.

Will rape survivors finally be able to have legal abortions?

Article Josephine Chinele - 10 Nov 2016

Unsafe terminations in Malawi may be curbed after a new law is enacted, but it’s just the first step

Nursing the hungry: How one Catholic nun has taken Malawi’s prisoners under her wing

Article Josephine Chinele - 2 Sep 2016

As humanitarian organisations sound the alarm over high malnutrition rates among Malawi's prisoners, one woman is trying to help keep inmates alive.

Water-fed gardens in Malawi ward off starvation – for now

Article Josephine Chinele - 31 May 2016

The government's focus on small-scale irrigation has given hope and sustenance to some districts.

Malawi drought: “I’m pregnant, but I’ve got nothing to eat.”

Article Josephine Chinele - 22 Mar 2016

Some rain has fallen yet crop yields are still expected to be poor, but aid programmes have opened the door to a more sustainable future.

Malawi ARVs traded on Jozi’s streets

Article Josephine Chinele & Bhekisisa Team - 4 Dec 2015

Health workers steal drugs that are bought by smugglers and sold to fearful "illegal" foreigners.

Malawi ARVs traded on Jozi’s streets

Article Josephine Chinele - 3 Dec 2015

Health workers steal drugs that are bought by smugglers and sold to fearful "illegal" foreigners.

Malawi tobacco going up in smoke

Africa Josephine Chinele - 20 Nov 2015

The Sadc country's farmers feel trapped in a contract system they blame for low prices and growing debt in its tobacco industry.

Malawi tobacco going up in smoke

Article Josephine Chinele - 19 Nov 2015

The Sadc country's farmers feel trapped in a contract system they blame for low prices and growing debt in its tobacco industry.

Maternity in Malawi is a DIY gamble

Article Josephine Chinele & Bhekisisa Team - 23 Oct 2015

We’ll deliver your baby but sepsis control is your problem, say the country’s rural clinics.

Maternity in Malawi is a DIY gamble

Article Josephine Chinele - 22 Oct 2015

We’ll deliver your baby but sepsis control is your problem, say the country’s rural clinics.

Press Releases

Special Reports

New energy mix on the cards

Derek Davey - 3 Apr 2020

REI4P already has and will continue to yield thousands of employment opportunities

Special Reports

The online value of executive education in a Covid-19 world

Staff Reporter - 27 Mar 2020

Executive education courses further develop the skills of leaders in the workplace

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Sisa Ntshona urges everyone to stay home, and consider travelling later

Staff Reporter - 26 Mar 2020

Sisa Ntshona has urged everyone to limit their movements in line with government’s request

Special Reports

SAB Zenzele’s special AGM postponed until further notice

Staff Reporter - 24 Mar 2020

An arrangement has been announced for shareholders and retailers to receive a 77.5% cash payout

Special Reports

20th Edition of the National Teaching Awards

Staff Reporter - 23 Mar 2020

Teachers are seldom recognised but they are indispensable to the country's education system

Special Reports

Awards affirm the vital work that teachers do

Thabo Mohlala - 23 Mar 2020

Government is committed to empowering South Africa’s teachers with skills, knowledge and techniques for a changing world

Special Reports

2020 Humanities Award winners reflect a contribution to diversity and social justice, echoing South Africa’s socioeconomic condition

Anele Ngcoya - 23 Mar 2020

The HSS Awards ensure that the humanities and social sciences thrive

Special Reports

SAB Zenzele special AGM rescheduled to March 25 2020

Staff Reporter - 18 Mar 2020

New voting arrangements are being made to safeguard the health of shareholders