As told to: Laura Thomas helps to care for destitute and abandoned babies
The Door of Hope has remained open during thenational lockdown. (more…)
First week of remote online learning challenges practicals
Wits University adjusted to its first week of online learning, in an attempt to salvage the 2020 academic year.
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.
SLICE: #RamaphosaMaskOffChallenge – The meme we all needed
Although Cyril Ramaphosa’s eyes were covered by his mask blunder, the president had vision. (more…)
COVID19: International students left to their own ‘devices’ as remote learning starts
A number of international students find themselves without access to the remote online learning currently underway.
As told to: Child abuse cases have spiked during the lockdown
The Teddy Bear Foundation has seen 57 cases of child abuse since the lockdown began. (more…)
As told to: Telling the story of everyday kindness on the streets of Johannesburg
“It is important to tell a truthful story and convey what is truly happening during this time.” (more…)
COVID19: Teachers challenged by remote online learning
Teachers keep learners engaged through online learning but are finding it challenging themselves.
As told to: Andie Steele-Smith on working with gang members in Cape Town during lockdown
Andie Steele-Smith works in underprivileged areas in Cape Town and is offering hygiene supplies and food to the residents living there.
COVID19: Khayelitsha informal businesses struggle to survive
“If this lockdown continues, I’m afraid I will have to sell some of my equipment to survive.” (more…)
COVID19: Wits professor at the forefront of fight against pandemic
While mindful of the risks of exposure to covid-19 healthcare workers are getting on with the job of containing the coronavirus. (more…)
COVID19: The grass might not be greener on the other side for sports
Uncertainty around the return of sport looms over the sport industry with revenue being affected in all areas from the sale of club merchandise to player endorsements and sponsorship appearance fees. (more…)
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- Bonus Episode: There's a Zille on my stoepSince her announcement as the Democratic Alliance’s mayoral candidate for Johannesburg, Helen Zille has dominated national headlines. In this bonus episode of We Should Be Writing podcast, hosts Lulah Mapiye and Bonolo Mokonoto dissect a media meet-and-greet with the mayoral hopeful. From her extensive political résumé to her controversial public utterance, we examine why the Democratic Alliance has chosen Hellen Zille as their candidate for the 2027 local mayoral elections. Additionally, […]