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Where do Africans study abroad?

Education M&G Data Desk - 5 Sep 2020

China is becoming the preferred destination for countries such as Ghana and Nigeria

The first undeniable climate change deaths

Environment Daniel Merino - 14 Aug 2020

In Japan, in 2018, more than 1 000 people died during an unprecedented heat wave. In 2019, scientists proved it would have been impossible without global warming

Covid-19: A case for why we all should wear homemade face masks

Article Piet Streicher - 1 Apr 2020

Countries that have mandated mask-wearing for people going out in public have shown a decrease in the rate of Covid-19 infections

Hindsight is 2020 for Japan

Article Richard Carter - 26 Mar 2020

Tokyo has a history of cancelled Olympics – but a different type of war caused it to cancel in 1940

Develop the Advanced Manufacturing Institute to increase SA’s competitiveness

Analysis Tshilidzi Marwala - 13 Mar 2020

The institute should develop products that are applicable to different industries, such as 3D-imaging and self-driving cars

What would an Olympics cancellation cost Japan?

Article Etienne Balmer - 12 Mar 2020

Japan has a diversified economy not heavily reliant on tourism. But with domestic spending already weak, the hit from a cancellation could ripple through and further depress local purchasing.

The time to care for older people

Article Sarah Smit - 6 Mar 2020

One man is pushing for a change to labour legislation that will allow workers to take paid time off to look after their parents

Two South Africans infected on coronavirus-hit Japanese cruise ship

Article Chris Gilili & Sarah Smit - 28 Feb 2020

Government was alerted that 12 South Africans were among the crew members on board the ship only at the end of their quarantine

South African tourism to be hit hard by coronavirus

Article Lester Kiewit - 25 Feb 2020

The stream of about 100 000 Chinese tourists to South Africa each year has dried up for now, MPs told

Japan-style chain Miniso does a runner

Article Tshegofatso Mathe - 21 Feb 2020

After being in South Africa for almost three years, Miniso left without a trace late last year. This exit has now left a group of franchisees, who have invested millions of rands in its stores, with massive losses

The global spread of the coronavirus: Where is it?

Article Agency - 28 Jan 2020

A virus similar to the SARS pathogen has claimed 81 lives since emerging in...

Japan’s Abe warns conflict with Iran impacts entire world

World Agency - 13 Jan 2020

Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe has warned that military confrontation with Iran will impact global peace and stability, as he visits the...

Japan urges Ghosn to return as fugitive tycoon defends escape

Article Sara Hussein & Miwa Suzuki - 9 Jan 2020

Ghosn made his first public appearance since his audacious December escape at a combative press conference in Beirut on Wednesday

Cherry blossoms prompt full-blown scandal for Japan’s PM

Article Kyoko Hasegawa - 9 Dec 2019

It's the latest headache for Japan's longest-serving premier, who has already weathered two cronyism scandals in recent years

Boks stuck in semi-final Catch-22

Article Luke Feltham - 25 Oct 2019

The Boks have been unstoppable since their opening game but question marks persist

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Q&A Sessions: ‘My north star is the patient’

Eyaaz Matwadia - 24 Oct 2020

Rhulani Nhlaniki is Pfizer’s cluster lead for sub-Saharan Africa. As Pfizer starts phase III of the clinical trial of their Covid-19 vaccine candidate, he tells Malaikah Bophela that if it is successful, the company will ensure the vaccine will be available to everyone who needs it

National

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.

National

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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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