Savera Kalideen

Savera Kalideen is the executive director of the National Council Against Smoking.

Stronger tobacco control regulation will reduce harm

Article Sharon Nyatsanza & Savera Kalideen - 5 Sep 2020

South Africa’s tobacco industry interference statistics are improving year on year, but more needs to be done

#Budget2019: How this could have netted the country 17.1-billion — & saved lives

Article Savera Kalideen - 20 Feb 2019

Find out why Mboweni's R1.14 hike won't be enough to cut smoking, save lives or bring in much-needed cash.

Mboweni, take a chance and take back the tax — it’s time to hike tobacco taxes

Article Savera Kalideen - 25 Oct 2018

In his speech, Finance Minister Tito Mboweni reprioritised millions for new health workers and hospital upgrades. Here’s what he needs to do next.

Alcohol industry still calls the shots

Article Savera Kalideen - 7 Mar 2014

Policies protect profits but they fail to address alcohol's harmful effects on society.

Promoting good health makes cents

Article Savera Kalideen - 15 Mar 2013

The establishment of a health promotion body in SA would save lives – and billions of rands.

A drink too far

Article Savera Kalideen - 29 Nov 2010

Soul City's Phuza Wize campaign is highlighting the link between alcohol and Aids, writes <b>Savera Kalideen</b>.

Alcohol abuse plagues schools

Article Savera Kalideen - 29 Nov 2010

The Soul City Phuza Wize Drink Safe Live Safe campaign has come up with a new way to make schools alcohol-free.

Press Releases

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Itec serves up high-tech integrated surveillance system for family food company

special reports - 27 Oct 2020

The system includes facial recognition software and a thermal screening solution that will provide instant temperature screening of all employees

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Transport Month

[email protected] - 23 Oct 2020

An infrastructure-led recovery will help to stimulate demand in the South African economy, which is vital post the Covid-19 pandemic

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Limpopo’s Economic Recovery Plan to fight Covid-19 impact

special reports - 23 Oct 2020

Billions have been set aside to help farmers and industries get back on their feet as part of the Limpopo Socio-Economic Recovery Plan

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Disrupt the corrupt

special reports - 22 Oct 2020

Whistle-blowers should be seen as real heroes in the fight against corruption and we need a change in culture for this to happen

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Corporates: A force for good for a sustainable future

special reports - 20 Oct 2020

In order to see people and nature thrive what is required is a strong focus on partnerships – we cannot act alone anymore

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Combatting wildlife crime in Southern Africa activity annual programme statement (APS) No. 04

special reports - 20 Oct 2020

Concept papers are sought for implementating activities, for a multi-faceted programme that aims to reduce poaching and illegal trade in wildlife

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The financial decisions made during your life journey, and their impact on your retirement outcome

special reports - 19 Oct 2020

The longer you save towards retirement the larger your retirement savings are expected to be due to the effect of compounding interest

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In conversation with SA Reserve Bank Governer, Lesetja Kganyago

special reports - 16 Oct 2020

'Make interest rates zero and inflation goes up and then people save less – we need savings to fund investment in this country'