Gauteng universities head up population research
A population research project focusing on low-income communities in Johannesburg has been launched by the universities of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg and Pretoria.
PROFILE: Witsie provides comfort to GBV victims from a distance
“It’s all about comfort, even if I don’t know who is receiving the bag” (more…)
PROFILE: Nonhlanhla Koaho commits to caring for the less fortunate in her community
“From a very young age I’ve always aspired to bring change in my community.” (more…)
Profile: Nokwazi Moyo and a life dedicated to developing the youth
“I think supporting young people is the most important responsibility that people with over 50 years of life experience have. It is an easy investment in the future of society.”
Nightlife after lockdown
Expect a different nightlife when clubs and bars reopen in the distant future.
As told to: Paramedic not expecting ‘thank you’ for job on the front lines
Mariam Tootla (22) from Ormonde, Johannesburg has been a paramedic for over four years, and is currently working as a reserve for the City of Johannesburg Emergency Medical Services.
INFOGRAPHIC: Prioritising mental health and well-being
Help is on hand during lockdown. (more…)
As told to: Au pair turns to racy content app to make ends meet
Au pair and event promotion manager, Kiara*, 23, from Johannesburg is one of the many South Africans who have been left without an income during the lockdown period. To make up for this loss of income, she has turned to the OnlyFans app to produce paid-for adult entertainment content for her subscribers.
SASCO calls on students to claim belongings
“The South African Students Congress (SASCO) has called on students to return to campus in order to protect their belongings from thugs who are exploiting this period of the pandemic”. (more…)
Eswatini creatives finding new avenues under lockdown
Local Eswatini photographers and videographers are continuing to ply their trade in different ways. (more…)
SLICE: Locked down with my addiction
The ban on cigarettes has simultaneously baffled my mind and put it in distress, and the evil last minute snatching away of the lift of the ban has completely torn my mind to shreds. (more…)
INFOGRAPHIC: SA’s economic response
South Africa’s response to Covid-19 includes a public health strategy coupled with significant economic support for the country which remains in lockdown since Thursday, March 26. This infographic illustrates the key aspects of this economic support.
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