Michelle Bachelet

In Venezuela, special police force wreaks havoc in slums

Article Agency - 9 Nov 2019

Hundreds of residents who have been killed by the Special Action Forces (FAES) in what their loved ones and advocacy groups said were "executions"

UN sounds alarm over climate change’s impact on human rights

Article Agency - 9 Sep 2019

The UN rights chief also highlighted the impact climate change is having on insecurity around the world

Burundi to shut UN rights office: sources

Africa Agency - 6 Dec 2018

In September, Burundi threatened to quit the rights council altogether after another report pointed to crimes against humanity in the country

All eyes on Bachelet for first speech as UN rights chief

Article Staff Reporter - 10 Sep 2018

Michelle Bachelet will give a widely anticipated speech on Monday, with many eager for clues to how she will address rights crises around the world

Chile pinched as copper price tumbles

Article Staff Reporter - 23 Oct 2015

The country’s socialist president has been forced to accept restraints on plans for structural reform.

Tsunami alert rattles quake-hit Chile

Article Claire Rosemberg - 4 Mar 2010

A tsunami alert sent terrified Chileans running for higher ground on Wednesday, while a surge of troops finally brought order to Concepción.

Aid pledges pour into Chile

Article Staff Reporter - 2 Mar 2010

Aid pledges poured into Chile on Monday after the government made its first requests for help as the death toll from the earthquake reached 723.

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Mbalula defends changing taxi operating times

Thando Maeko - 3 Apr 2020

Regulations for taxis have been relaxed over the last few days of the lockdown prompting criticism. Transport minister Fikile Mbalula however, has defended the decision

Coronavirus

A week in lockdown: SA Covid-19 cases at 1 505

Lester Kiewit - 3 Apr 2020

The health department says it is awaiting confirmation on whether two deaths in Kwazulu-Natal are related to the coronavirus disease

Coronavirus

Lockdown heroes feed hungry kids

Lester Kiewit - 2 Apr 2020

Feeding schemes inundated with requests to assist during Covid-19 lockdown

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Special Reports

New energy mix on the cards

Derek Davey - 3 Apr 2020

REI4P already has and will continue to yield thousands of employment opportunities

Special Reports

The online value of executive education in a Covid-19 world

Staff Reporter - 27 Mar 2020

Executive education courses further develop the skills of leaders in the workplace

Special Reports

Sisa Ntshona urges everyone to stay home, and consider travelling later

Staff Reporter - 26 Mar 2020

Sisa Ntshona has urged everyone to limit their movements in line with government’s request

Special Reports

SAB Zenzele’s special AGM postponed until further notice

Staff Reporter - 24 Mar 2020

An arrangement has been announced for shareholders and retailers to receive a 77.5% cash payout

Special Reports

20th Edition of the National Teaching Awards

Staff Reporter - 23 Mar 2020

Teachers are seldom recognised but they are indispensable to the country's education system

Special Reports

Awards affirm the vital work that teachers do

Thabo Mohlala - 23 Mar 2020

Government is committed to empowering South Africa’s teachers with skills, knowledge and techniques for a changing world

Special Reports

2020 Humanities Award winners reflect a contribution to diversity and social justice, echoing South Africa’s socioeconomic condition

Anele Ngcoya - 23 Mar 2020

The HSS Awards ensure that the humanities and social sciences thrive

Special Reports

SAB Zenzele special AGM rescheduled to March 25 2020

Staff Reporter - 18 Mar 2020

New voting arrangements are being made to safeguard the health of shareholders