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The Portfolio: Tommy Busakhwe

Friday Tommy Busakhwe - 27 Aug 2020

Photographer Tommy Busakhwe, a participant in the Communities of the Kalahari Advocacy Project, uses his camera to tell stories of home, land and the people who live and work on it

Covid logic beats ‘irrational’ human logic

Coronavirus Philip Machanick - 29 Jul 2020

The virus will lose if the government and high-profile people communicate effectively the reasons for restrictions and the compromises that have been made

Rethinking communication and innovation in the time of Covid-19

Coronavirus Ylva Rodny-Gumede - 4 Jul 2020

Physical distancing rules do not have to mean that we work in isolation; on the contrary, the need for communication has never been greater

As the economy inches open, South Africa’s startups prepare for a post-Covid world

Coronavirus Jack Kelly - 5 May 2020

The pandemic offers opportunities for online businesses that deliver services ranging from education and communication with clients to delivering groceries, but it doesn’t come without difficulties

Government spokespeople have a crucial role to play in facilitating communication

Article Themba Sepotokele 1 - 17 Sep 2019

Those tasked with communicating on behalf of the government would do well to engage in some introspection regarding the purpose of their job

On the power of language

Article Mpumelelo Ncube - 23 Aug 2019

Educating our children in their mother tongues will help to address underdevelopment in Africa

Communication Award

Article Tamsin Oxford - 28 Jun 2019

The Wits Communications team is committed to making research and science accessible through creative strategies and multiple platforms

Awards reflect industry best practices on an international scale

Article Alf James - 25 Jan 2019

'Recognising excellent rewards hard work and sets the standard for others'

Communication with members is key to fund’s success

Article Alf James - 19 Oct 2018

Cellphones are the preferred channel of interaction

Reputation Custodianship through Ubuntu.Lab Hub at Reputation House

Article Advertorial - 18 Sep 2018

Restoring the public's faith in corporate and government leaders

Nomonde Gongxeka-Seopa

Article Kwanele Sosibo - 31 Aug 2018

Councillor, Icasa

Sizakele Marutlulle

Article Carl Collison - 31 Aug 2018

Founder and chief executive, Matutlulle and Co

Students need to learn to lead

Article Staff Reporter - 17 Aug 2018

Needless confrontations are pitting young people against those who try to take education forward

Nine and a half weeks in Vodahell

Article Shaun De Waal - 11 May 2018

'For a communications company, Vodacom is exceptionally bad at communicating'

SA disconnect leaves the country lagging behind its peer nations

Analysis Sharoda Rapeti - 17 Feb 2017

In 2015, the treasury announced it would put aside R1.1-billion for SA Connect over the next three years.

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Murder of anti-mining activist emboldens KZN community

khaya koko - 23 Oct 2020

Mam’Ntshangase was described as a fierce critic of mining and ambassador for land rights.

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Hawks swoop down with more arrests in R1.4-billion corruption blitz

khaya koko - 22 Oct 2020

The spate of arrests for corruption continues apace in Gauteng and the Eastern Cape.

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SANDF hid R200m expenditure on ‘Covid’ drug it can’t use

Sabelo Skiti - 22 Oct 2020

Military health officials are puzzled by the defence department importing a drug that has not been approved for treating coronavirus symptoms from Cuba

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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

Special Reports

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

Special Reports

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

Special Reports

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

Special Reports

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

Special Reports

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

Special Reports

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'

Special Reports

Secure your business from cyber threats

special reports - 16 Oct 2020

Many business-grade security systems now have built-in learning systems and AI to help businesses stay up to date with protection