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Busi Mhlongo, Goddam!

Friday Niren Tolsi - 18 Jun 2020

It’s been a decade since Busi Mhlongo succumbed to cancer. Niren Tolsi reflects on her life and the singular connection she formed with her audiences

Millions survive breast cancer, but the disease needs vigilance

Article Annie Joubert - 30 Oct 2019

There is no universal treatment, given the different types and causes, but there is hope

Hlokomela takes healthcare to women who need it most

Article Advertorial Supplement - 30 Nov 2018

Investing in the Future Health Award Winner: Hlokomela Women's Clinic

Could this finally solve the Eastern Cape’s cancer mystery?

Article Kat Arney - 19 Oct 2018

The substances that cause cancer leave their fingerprints behind. Now, the world may be closer than ever to unravelling the clues hidden in our DNA.

Campaign against breast cancer all year

Article Zukiswa Wanner - 28 Sep 2018

"Perhaps this awareness should not be something that is left for the month of October alone."

Breast cancer study reveals fewer women will need chemotherapy

Article bogdan TagDiv - 4 Jun 2018

According to the 2011 national cancer registry, one in 29 South African women is diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime

‘Cancer I could deal with. Losing my breast I could not.’

Article bogdan TagDiv - 8 Feb 2018

For those with breast cancer, a mastectomy may seem like the best option. But Joanna Moorhead is glad she chose less extensive surgery.

Male breast cancer stays hidden

Article bogdan TagDiv - 9 Dec 2016

When Thami Mabuza found a lump in his chest, he never could have imagined it was breast cancer.

Cancer and heart disease: Can alcohol help you or hurt you?

Article Charles Parry - 7 Nov 2016

Drinking four glasses of wine a day can increase your chances of getting breast cancer by about 50%.

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Mask rules are not meant to ‘criminalise’ the public

Sarah Smit - 13 Jul 2020

Shop owners and taxi drivers can now refuse entry to people who defy mandatory mask-wearing regulations

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Ramaphosa asks all South Africans to help to avoid 50 000 Covid-19 deaths this year

Sarah Smit & Lester Kiewit - 12 Jul 2020

Calling this ‘the gravest crisis in the history of our democracy’, the president said level three lockdown remains, but enforcement will be strengthened

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Watch it again: Ramaphosa on risk-adjusted strategy to manage Covid-19

Staff Reporter - 12 Jul 2020

The president's address comes after a number of meetings with Cabinet and the National Command Council

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Yvonne Chetty: a passion for an efficient public sector and mentoring

special reports - 13 Jul 2020

'Being affiliated to a professional body such as SAICA makes providing expert guidance and support to my colleagues that much easier'

Special Reports

Full-time Johannesburg-based CEO required for HI HOPES

special reports - 8 Jul 2020

An entrepreneurial, business-minded, impact-driven individual is sought to lead the organisation as it looks to scale and grow

Special Reports

Balwin properties and Absa launch South Africa’s first green home loan

special reports - 8 Jul 2020

Balwin Properties’ Edge registration of over 16 000 units was a global first, covering more homes than any single property developer in the world to date

Special Reports

Young professional gets a career boost from PSETA

Staff Reporter - 8 Jul 2020

SAICA makes ongoing efforts to encourage the professionalisation of financial offices in private and public sector organisations

Special Reports

Colgate-Palmolive South Africa donates one million bars of soap

special reports - 7 Jul 2020

The combination of limited access to quality soap and a lack of knowledge of how to properly wash hands is a challenge in many vulnerable communities

Special Reports

Cheque value bundles – real value

special reports - 7 Jul 2020

Most people do not pay much attention to what bank account they have and whether or not it is suited to their daily realities

Special Reports

Absa Rewards puts cash in your pocket

special reports - 6 Jul 2020

In addition to the cash benefits, you will receive special offers and exclusive deals from selected Absa Rewards partners

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Municipal audit outcomes reveal public sector financial management must be professionalised

special reports - 3 Jul 2020

SAICA calls for a review of the mandatory minimum skills and qualifications required for all key financial management positions within the public sector