Kala azar is endemic in parts of South Sudan and affects mostly the poor and disenfranchised. A simple jab could control it, but not in this country.
Investors are increasingly concerned that the finance minister could lose his job, a move that would ‘wreak complete chaos on the markets’.
President Zuma has distanced himself from the ex ANC MP’s claims that she accompanied him overseas and that she was offered a job by the Guptas.
People who smoke and drink too much, don’t exercise and eat unhealthily are likely to suffer from non-communicable diseases, such as heart disease.
The Mail & Guardian is looking for a supplements editor to head up its special projects team. Deadline for applications: March 30.
Farm children from poor socioeconomic backgrounds travel great distances and endure much – all for an education that may be out of their reach.
Whenever an international credit rating agency such as Moody’s or Standard & Poor’s comes to town, I like to tidy up a bit.
Indicators are that the government does not intend sticking to constitutional deadlines, and is instead pursuing a strategy of delaying elections.
Progressing learners through grade 11 won’t solve education’s plight – improved leadership, teaching ability and accountability are also crucial.
Medical regulatory bodies must be guided by solid evidence rather than pressure from recreational users pushing for the legalisation of the drug.