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Natural gifts: Buchu or Agathosma betulina has been popular in teas and perfumes internationally ever since it was introduced to Cape settlers. (Photo by David Cheskin – PA Images/PA Images via Getty Images)
BARBARA HUISAMEN

Study on rats finds buchu can help with obesity, diabetes and other ailments

Stellenbosch researcher believes clinical trials on humans will show promising results

  • Tunicia Phillips
3 min read
CAPE TOWN

Use of the word ‘boesman’ not hate speech, court finds

The use of the word ”boesman” (bushman) by newspaper Die Burger is not derogatory hate speech, the Equality Court ruled in Cape Town on Friday. Kobus Faasen, an academic who says…

  • Staff Reporter
2 min read