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A statue of Nelson Mandela in front of the Union Buildings in Pretoria, South Africa.
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Opinion and features

Mandela Day: Madiba’s life a reminder that liberation, journey to freedom continue

Nelson Mandela’s life reminds us that liberation is never a completed matter but an ongoing responsibility, and that the road to freedom is never truly finished...
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Covid-19 greatly increases risk of complications and death for pregnant women in sub-Saharan Africa

Covid-19 greatly increases risk of complications and death for pregnant women in sub-Saharan Africa

Pregnant women who are hospitalised with Covid-19 in sub-Saharan Africa are dying at a rate far greater than pregnant people without Covid-19 and non-pregnant...

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Bringing social justice and democracy to life

Bringing social justice and democracy to life

​​The Imbizo 365 Calendar of Engagements uses the creative arts and activities such as film discussions, debates and excursions to help participants reflect on...

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South Africa’s hunger problem is turning into a major health crisis

South Africa’s hunger problem is turning into a major health crisis

The article was first published on The Conversation. Read the original article here.

One in ten South Africans go hungry every day. As a result malnutrition...

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Study proves West Coast crayfish can develop a taste for invasive mussels

Study proves West Coast crayfish can develop a taste for invasive mussels

​Rock lobsters (crayfish or ''kreef'' as they are known locally) along South Africa's West Coast usually eat indigenous mussels, but with the right...

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The truth is what the world needs in order to improve.

The truth is what the world needs in order to improve.

If I'm being very honest, I didn't and still don't really know the right way to commemorate Human Rights Day. Surely everyday should be a commemoration of...

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Some people will say they want to hear your story and will then proceed to tell you how to write it.

Some people will say they want to hear your story and will then proceed to tell you how to write it.

​​Some people will say they want to hear your story and will then proceed to tell you how to write it. There is a lot to be said about who owns the knowledge...

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