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Eastern Cape universities concerned by rising Covid cases

Education Bongekile Macupe - 21 Oct 2020

Fort Hare says 26 more students have tested positive while Walter Sisulu University says some of its students have been admitted to hospital.

Fort Hare students test positive for Covid after partying

Coronavirus Bongekile Macupe - 19 Oct 2020

The 30 students, who went to a bash at a tavern in East London, were not wearing masks, did not sanitise their hands nor keep to social distancing regulations.

Totally gone mad: Covid-19 and the Trump presidency

Friday Kwanele Sosibo - 16 Oct 2020

Tracing America’s bungling of the containment of the coronavirus, Totally Under Control unveils the deep rot in Trump’s presidency

The challenges of delivering a Covid-19 vaccine in Africa requires a new approach

Africa Dr Leonard Bikinesi & Dr Sanjeev Arora - 14 Oct 2020

It is imperative that we train healthcare workers and participate in continent-wide collaboration

The quiet front line battle of South Africa’s rural nurses

Health Kim Harrisberg & Gulshan Khan - 14 Oct 2020

The focus may have been on urban nurses during the Covid-19 pandemic, but those in rural areas suffer similar fates. However, very little is known about how they have been able to cope

Load-shedding’s silver lining: Lower levels of sulphur dioxide air pollution

Environment Sheree Bega - 11 Oct 2020

Analysis of Nasa data shows that although SO₂ emissions around the world have fallen by about 6%, the levels are high enough to harm the health of billions of people.

Citizens tired of being played for a fool

Opinion Craig Moffat - 8 Oct 2020

The use of a South African Air Force jet by ANC officials without the minister following the required procedures is one such case — and more questions arise on examination of that case

ArcelorMittal plans to retrench 2 500 workers

Business Thando Maeko - 8 Oct 2020

Africa’s largest steel producer announced in June it would begin the section 189 process after its initial cost-cutting measures were inadequate to insulate it from a weak economy and the economic effects of Covid-19

Domestic travel is key to saving the tourism sector

Coronavirus Patience Panashe - 7 Oct 2020

Staying ahead of the digital curve, including local communities in tourism offerings and promoting domestic tourism can help the ailing tourism sector survive and thrive

It’s vital to get the Copyright Amendment Bill right

Opinion Chola Makgamathe - 7 Oct 2020

The currently proposed hybrid ‘fair use’ principle does not do nearly enough to protect artists, and will bankrupt them if it forces them to litigate each instance of copyright infringement

‘So where is our land? Where is the space for us?’

National Carl Collison - 7 Oct 2020

The occupation of a Camps Bay mansion by a black queer collective has divided opinion nationally. But can #WeSeeYou offer some hope for Cape Town’s marginalised black queer folk?

Infrastructure key to economic recovery — Ramaphosa

Politics Paddy Harper - 6 Oct 2020

The governing party wants localisation at the centre of its infrastructure-led strategy

Teacher union to join Cosatu strike over ‘uncaring employer’

Coronavirus Bongekile Macupe - 5 Oct 2020

Sadtu has accused the state of being an “uncaring employer” for failing to pay salary increases due two years ago

Five universities extend academic year to March 2021

Education Bongekile Macupe - 30 Sep 2020

Minister Blade Nzimande says a staggered ending of the academic year is intended to support students

Q&A Sessions: A focused recovery plan will guide us — Trudi Makhaya

Business Tshegofatso Mathe - 19 Sep 2020

Trudi Makhaya, the president’s economic adviser, talks to Tshegofatso Mathe about her upbringing, favourite books, Covid-19 and solutions to get our country out of its economic stagnation, family, reading, books, literature

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Sabelo Skiti - 22 Oct 2020

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Epic fail: Africa’s Fortnite battle

Eyaaz Matwadia - 22 Oct 2020

Forced onto the backfoot by poor ping and overseas servers, African gamers are getting creative in an attempt to play one of the biggest competitive games. In the second instalment of our gaming corner, we chat to some of the innovators

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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

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

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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

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Special Reports

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special reports - 16 Oct 2020

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Mental Health

special reports - 16 Oct 2020

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special reports - 16 Oct 2020

A financial advisor is an expert who will help you to protect your wealth and make a realistic plan when unexpected events threaten your wellbeing