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Donor-funded journalism is on the rise in Africa: why it needs closer scrutiny
Western aid has resulted in an Anglo-American culture of journalism education which has proved impractical to implement in African countries
Ebola cases in DRC top 2 000
The daily number of new Ebola cases has tripled in recent months, according to aid organizations
Guaido ramps up pressure after deadly Venezuela border clashes
Humanitarian aid, much of it from the United States, has become the centrepiece of the standoff between Maduro and Guaido
Africa needs to realise its philanthropic potential
Although the dearth of global funding could be viewed as a tragedy, it represents a tremendous opportunity
Venezuela opposition prepares protest, presses for aid to be let in
Opposition leader and self declared president Juan Guaido will lead a rally in Caracas but demonstrations have been called all over the country
Zambian economy on slippery slope
In the face of spiralling debt, the Patriotic Front will struggle to take the next election
The great riddance
Security now matters more than freedom in the increased 'bordernisation' of Europe which renders those seeking refuge subhuman and vulnerable
MSF reveals sex abuse cases as Oxfam scandal widens
French group Doctors Without Borders is the latest to join in the scandal over sexual abuse in the foreign aid industry
#100Days of Trump: Africa seems to be a low priority
He plans to cut foreign aid, putting US commitments to the continent at risk.
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The city argues that it is not carrying out evictions, but is acting against land invasions
Back in time to meals on wheels
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People’s behaviour stoking Gauteng pandemic
The active case count of Gauteng surpasses that of whole countries. Workers at clinics report a ‘concerning’ relaxation of basic health protocols
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Full-time Johannesburg-based CEO required for HI HOPES
An entrepreneurial, business-minded, impact-driven individual is sought to lead the organisation as it looks to scale and grow
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Balwin properties and Absa launch South Africa’s first green home loan
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
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Young professional gets a career boost from PSETA
SAICA makes ongoing efforts to encourage the professionalisation of financial offices in private and public sector organisations
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Colgate-Palmolive South Africa donates one million bars of soap
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
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Cheque value bundles – real value
Most people do not pay much attention to what bank account they have and whether or not it is suited to their daily realities
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Absa Rewards puts cash in your pocket
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
SAICA calls for a review of the mandatory minimum skills and qualifications required for all key financial management positions within the public sector
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Eleven ways to protect yourself against fraud
While financial services firms work continuously to improve security, fraudsters are always devising new plans to circumvent the latest safety measures
