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The lockdown of tobacco and the costs of lighting up

by Razeen Gutta | Dec 20, 2021 | Indepth2021

In March 2020, South Africa imposed a tobacco ban as part of the country’s response to curb the spread of covid-19. This resulted in various behavioural changes among young people, some evident even in the aftermath of the ban.

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FEATURE: Travel restrictions keep South Africans homebound

by Razeen Gutta | Oct 21, 2021 | News

With regular changes to travel restrictions globally, the travel industry has had to take knock after knock as travellers alter and even cancel their plans.  

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Norwood gets tasty new student hub 

by Razeen Gutta | Sep 15, 2021 | Lifestyle

A popular student hot spot has been revitalised — and it serves shisha, too. (more…)

No hesitancy as over-18s flock to vaccine sites

by Razeen Gutta | Aug 20, 2021 | News

Government has now approved covid-19 vaccinations for all legal adults in South Africa. 

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Witsie clinches leader role of Google developer club

by Razeen Gutta | Aug 20, 2021 | News

Ntwanano Rikhotso has been appointed as Wits’ first Google Developer student club lead. 

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REVIEW: On Love and Loss

by Razeen Gutta | Aug 18, 2021 | REVIEWS

A poetry collection that is both addictive and relatable.  (more…)

Student funding start-up raises R2.5 million in first drive

by Razeen Gutta | Jun 2, 2021 | News

Mutualism Investments is a platform that offers easy access to funding and learning resources for small businesses. 

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SLICE: Sport is virtually just as good without the crowds

by Razeen Gutta | May 21, 2021 | Opinion

A dearth of supporters inside stadiums and arenas has been compensated for by technology that provides safe, entertaining viewing during the pandemic era.  

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PHOTO ESSAY: Ramadan in Level One Lockdown

by Razeen Gutta | May 13, 2021 | Lifestyle

Razeen Gutta is a student journalist at Wits Vuvuzela. He has documented his friends and family’s activities during Ramadan in his hometown of Mafikeng in the North West province.

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REVIEW: Clash of Titans is a Monster Hit

by Razeen Gutta | Apr 22, 2021 | REVIEWS

Last month’s cinematic release of Godzilla vs Kong may have been the reviver the industry needed. It’s a blockbuster!  (more…)

Cinemas in a pandemic: From rescue to return

by Razeen Gutta | Apr 20, 2021 | Lifestyle

A blockbuster release schedule for the remainder of 2021 has provided a lease of life to South African cinemas. 

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Wits Rugby out in the cold for Varsity Cup training

by Razeen Gutta | Apr 7, 2021 | Sport

The club had to find creative ways to prepare for the annual tournament to get around the closure of gyms on Wits campuses. (more…)

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