Profit versus health: Four ways big global industries make people sick
These four industries account for at least one-third of global preventable deaths.
Lifestyle
Viral
ICC arrest warrant for Vladimir Putin: A king-size dilemma for South Africa
The issue could come to a head in August when South Africa hosts the 15th summit of the BRICS bloc in Durban.
News
Amapiano Awards: South Africa’s dance music scene spreads its joy across the world
The annual Amapiano Awards are now an established event in South Africa’s music calendar.
Health for Dummies
Polio: Leading virologist offers a beginner’s guide to the different viruses and vaccines
The Conversation Africa’s Wale Fatade spoke to virologist Oyewale Tomori, who maps out the terrain of polioviruses, and their mutations, as well as what’s happening on the vaccine front.
Health for Dummies
The world is hooked on junk food: Here’s how big companies pull it off
This rise in advertising has contributed to a growing global obesity crisis as well as nutrition deficiencies as more and more people opt to eat unhealthy food.
Lifestyle
Cannabis industry plans for South Africa have stalled: How to get them moving again
Currently farmers in South Africa grow hemp and cannabis indoors under controlled conditions. The commercialisation would allow larger scale growth.
Lifestyle
Industries can harm health in many ways: Here are three that aren’t so obvious
Research shows that some commercial products and practices are directly linked to avoidable ill health,
Viral
What does Trump’s indictment mean for his political future – and the strength of US democracy?
The indictment of former US President Donald Trump on criminal charges has been a possibility since the start of his presidency – arguably.
Health for Dummies
TB in children isn’t being controlled – It’s key to fighting the disease for everyone else
Effective treatment for TB has been available since 1952, but it is still the world’s top cause of death from a single infectious disease.
News
Gloria Bosman: A personal reflection on the loss of a South African jazz great
If you ever found yourself in the same room with Gloria, you were in for a lesson of a lifetime.
Health for Dummies
Ramadan: A dietitian offers tips for healthy fasting
Registered dietitian, Dr Nazeeia Sayed, spoke to Faaizah Laher, a spokesperson for the Association for Dietetics in South Africa, about the healthiest approach to Ramadan fasting.
Lifestyle
Sex work in South Africa: Why both buying and selling should be legal
It is illegal to buy or sell sex in South Africa. But this may soon be a thing of the past if a recently published draft bill to decriminalise sex work is passed.
Lifestyle
South Africa is exporting more food – But it needs to find new growth frontiers
The major export crops continued to be maize, wine, grapes, citrus, berries, nuts, apples and pears, sugar, avocados, and wool.
Technology
Starlink: SpaceX’s new internet service could be a gamechanger in Africa
Starlink is a satellite-based internet service. It is set to be rolled out elsewhere on the continent.
Technology
Africa has ambitious goals for 2063: Plans for outer space hold the key to success
The agenda has 15 flagship projects.
Health for Dummies
South Africa has lifted most COVID-19 restrictions, but risks remain
Public health messaging has a critical role to play in reinforcing the transmission and outcome risks.
Lifestyle
Unintended pregnancy rates are highest in Africa: a look at the complex reasons
Unintended pregnancy is defined as pregnancy among women who were not planning to have any (more) children.
Viral
Five things to know about why Russia might invade Ukraine – and why the US is involved
Putin has issued various security demands to the U.S. before he draws his military forces back.
Health for Dummies
South African and UK hospitalisation data: What it tells us about how deadly omicron is
Recent official South African medical reports and countrywide COVID data have indicated that since early November, when omicron was first detected, COVID cases substantially increased. However, most patients had, at worst, mild symptoms, and cases are now in steep decline. These observations substantially differ from the previous waves, including those attributed to the delta variant. Reporters also stated that even though vaccinated and unvaccinated people developed the disease in roughly equal numbers, most hospitalised patients were unvaccinated. And although the current South African COVID wave may be coming to an end, South Africa’s omicron wave experiences may follow very similar patterns in other countries. In contrast to this relatively encouraging news, some recent tweets and localised reports suggest that some hospitals in South
Lifestyle
Machines, inventions and ‘good cities’: A pick of science and tech books
Here are the best science or technology-related books to read this year.
Health for Dummies
South Africa has changed tack on tackling COVID: why it makes sense
The latest announcements mark a significant departure in the way forward.
Lifestyle
Nigeria’s digital currency: what the eNaira is for and why it’s not perfect
The introduction of the eNaira will cut out ‘middle men’ or the use of financial institutions.
News
Sipho Hotstix Mabuse: a South African legend whose music spans generations
If you wanted a guidebook to the distinctive character of the South African jazz scene, Mabuse’s 50-year career offers one.