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Sintha Chiumia

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The limited findings on HIV rates among sex workers are nevertheless a frightening indication of levels in the cities.
AFRICA CHECK

Are 60% of SA’s sex workers HIV positive?

Previous studies to determine how many of South Africa’s 150 000 sex workers are HIV positive have been limited in scope, says Africa Check.

  • Sintha Chiumia
6 min read
Despite criticism of corruption
ANC

Has the ANC moved South Africa forward?

The ANC says it has a "good story to tell" ahead of the May 7 election. Does the story stand up to scrutiny? Africa Check examines the claims.

  • Sintha Chiumia
  • Nechama Brodie
  • Nechama Brodie Guest Author
10 min read
To contain Covid-19, we need to tailor our response to the local context. (AP)
FOOD CRISIS

Do 12 Africans die of hunger every minute?

Available data suggests the claim that 12 Africans die of hunger every minute – recently made by a Nepad adviser – is exaggerated.

  • Sintha Chiumia
6 min read