Kristen Van Schie, Author at The Mail & Guardian

The clock is ticking for DR-TB patients. How long will they wait for a kinder cure?

Article Kristen Van Schie & Bhekisisa Team - 22 Mar 2019

For years, catching this drug-resistant bacteria meant painful treatment that risked your hearing and mental health. Now, that could be changing.

Kigali’s trade-off: Sell and be arrested or starve

Africa Kristen Van Schie - 6 Mar 2019

At first glimpse, Rwanda’s capital is a model African city: clean, organised, beautiful. But behind the gleaming facade, not all is well

Why science could finally be close to solving this birth control riddle

Article Kristen Van Schie - 23 Nov 2018

We could be just months away from knowing whether Depo-Provera use is linked to a higher risk of HIV infection in women.

Panic and blame as Cape Town braces for water shut-off

Article Gregory Walton & Kristen Van Schie - 25 Jan 2018

Reservoirs around Cape Town, in the grip of its worst drought for a century, have gone largely unreplenished for more than three years

How to tell your child you have HIV

Article Kristen Van Schie - 25 Oct 2017

More than three decades into the HIV epidemic, some conversations haven't become any easier. This is one of them.

Is DIY HIV testing the latest Cape Town trend?

Article Kristen Van Schie - 7 Sep 2017

It starts with a swab but does it end with a diagnosis? Why the trickiest part of DIY HIV testing happens after the test.

Pistorius release: Parole board to decide

Article Kristen Van Schie - 5 Oct 2015

After delays and state intervention, a parole board will decide if the Paralympian Oscar Pistorius should be released early from prison.

Lesotho prime minister takes early lead in poll

Africa Kristen Van Schie - 1 Mar 2015

Prime Minister Tom Thabane's All Basotho Convention took an early lead in Lesotho's snap elections as counting continued on Sunday.

Vote counting begins after snap election in Lesotho

Africa Kristen Van Schie - 1 Mar 2015

Elections in crisis-hit Lesotho proceeded largely without incident, according to the country's electoral commission, as counting commenced.

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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

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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

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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

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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

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Dimension Data launches Saturday School in PE

Staff Reporter - 16 Mar 2020

The Gauteng Saturday School has produced a number of success stories