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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

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Article Eyaaz Matwadia, Khadija Patel & Kiri Rupiah - 9 Mar 2020

The latest on the spread of covid-19, how it is affecting the world, and what efforts are being made to prevent the spread of the virus

One case is no reason to panic, says communicable disease control

Article Sarah Smit - 6 Mar 2020

But take the threat seriously and prepare for a community outbreak, says professor Cheryl Cohen

Coronavirus reaction: Sinophobia with Western characteristics

Analysis Ahmed Olayinka Sule - 24 Feb 2020

Western media has racialised the coronavirus outbreak, leading to increased Sinophobia in several countries. Such dehumanisation of a race has no place in functioning democracies

This slashed rates of violence by 70% in some areas. Could it work in SA?

Article Staff Reporter - 30 Aug 2018

In many ways, violence is like cholera, passing from person to person and treating it in similar ways is working to reduce it.

Angola’s yellow fever outbreak: vaccines desperately needed

Article Staff Reporter - 3 Apr 2016

Only six out of ten Angolan children have been vaccinated against yellow fever.

Ebola and Zika epidemics are driven by pathologies of society, not just a virus

Article Staff Reporter - 31 Mar 2016

Economic exploitation in the developing world has resulted in under-resourced and weak health systems that could not contain the spread of viruses.

Scientists map African genetics to learn more about diseases

Article Staff Reporter - 4 Dec 2014

Gene sequencing tools allows scientists to untangle the genetic roots of many diseases and they're looking at genetic variation in Africa.

Suspected Ebola cases in Liberia, Canada

Article Staff Reporter - 25 Mar 2014

Liberia suspects numerous infections and five deaths are from the Ebola virus spreading from neighbouring Guinea, with one suspected case in Canada.

New chip could become a disease game-changer

Article Marlowe Hood - 31 Jul 2011

A cheap, highly portable blood test has proven to be as accurate as expensive hospital-based analyses in detecting infectious diseases.

In hot pursuit to defeat the enemy within

Article Staff Reporter - 9 Nov 2010

The immune system has been found to target viruses inside cells, suggesting new strategies to fight infections -- including colds and gastroenteritis

Tackling rabies in Africa

Article Staff Reporter - 13 Aug 2008

With rabies and related viruses in Africa as the focus of her research, Dr Wanda Markotter has an interest in the viruses found in African bats.

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Fake trafficking news targets migrants

Jan Bornman - 20 Oct 2020

Exaggerated reports on social media of human trafficking syndicates snatching people in broad daylight legitimate xenophobia while deflecting from the real problems in society

National

Female cops sent for rape counselling

khaya koko - 18 Oct 2020

Brigadier Sifiso Cele denies the rape allegations, saying that they are part of a smear campaign and that criminal charges should have been opened if the accusations were true

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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

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special reports - 19 Oct 2020

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special reports - 16 Oct 2020

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special reports - 16 Oct 2020

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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

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special reports - 15 Oct 2020

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