overview of the economy of South Africa
Algoa bus CEO Sicelo Duze dies from heart attack: Algoa Bus chief executive Sicelo Duze has died.
heraldlive.co.za/news/2024-04-21-algoa-bus-ceo-sicelo-duze-dies-from-heart-attack/
Bayer, Nestlé, Unilever and Other Multinationals Cut Back in Africa: After decades of optimism about the region, global giants such as Bayer ...
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ANC’s message to medical aid users: Stop ‘resistance’ to R200bn NHI plan: Deputy Minister Parks Tau reiterated the government’s stance that medical aid tax ...
mg.co.za/health/2024-04-18-ancs-message-to-medical-aid-users-stop-resistance-to-r200bn-nhi-plan/
Quick Glance: ANC Urges Medical Aid Users to Halt Resistance to R200bn NHI Plan
- Parks Tau dismissed criticism of the proposed R200 billion National Health Insurance (NHI) as 'resistance' by private healthcare users, who he said were effectively subsidized by the state.
- He reiterated the ANC's stance that a single-fund system will follow if President Cyril Ramaphosa signs the NHI Bill, passed by parliament in December.
- Clause 49 of the bill envisions 'tax amendments' to be gazetted by the finance minister to finance the insurance scheme's single fund, which the treasury says will need about R200 billion to run.
- Debate during the National Election Debate highlighted the challenges of the country's two-tier healthcare system and the need to ensure quality healthcare for all.
Comfortable with chaos — ‘head cowboy’ Dr Shaheem de Vries takes charge of Groote Schuur Hospital
dailymaverick.co.za/article/2024-04-25-head-cowboy-dr-shaheem-de-vries-takes-helm-at-groote-schuur/
ANC’s message to medical aid users: Stop ‘resistance’ to R200bn NHI plan: Deputy Minister Parks Tau reiterated the government’s stance that medical aid tax ...
mg.co.za/health/2024-04-18-ancs-message-to-medical-aid-users-stop-resistance-to-r200bn-nhi-plan/
Africa’s Biggest Drugmaker Aspen Can Help Ease Obesity Medicine Supply Crunch: Africa’s biggest drugmaker could potentially help ease a growing supply crunch for ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-22/africa-s-biggest-drugmaker-aspen-can-help-ease-obesity-medicine-supply-crunch
Sugar in baby food: why Nestlé needs to be held to account in Africa: The WHO has called for a ban on added sugar in products for babies and young children under ...
timeslive.co.za/sunday-times-daily/opinion-and-analysis/2024-04-25-sugar-in-baby-food-why-nestl-needs-to-be-held-to-account-in-africa/
This proudly South African healthcare facility enjoys the status of being the largest hospital in the Southern Hemisphere in Africa’s leading economy ... Show more
South Africa recalls J&J's cough syrup sold in six African nations after suspected toxicity
reuters.com/world/africa/south-africa-recalls-jjs-cough-syrup-sold-six-african-nations-after-suspected-2024-04-13/
30 YEARS OF DEMOCRACY: Thirty and thriving, or barely surviving?: Tracking the progress of South Africa’s 30-year-olds as they navigate education, work ...
mg.co.za/politics/2024-04-26-thirty-and-thriving-or-barely-surviving/
South Africa faces skills gap in hydrogen economy, report finds: The Labour Market Intelligence report has found that occupational workers lack hydrogen-specific ...
mg.co.za/the-green-guardian/2024-04-17-south-africa-faces-skills-gap-in-hydrogen-economy-report-finds/
Benylin Paediatric cough syrup recalled in six countries due to toxic compound: Diethylene glycol (DEG) is toxic to humans when consumed and can be fatal ...
dailymaverick.co.za/article/2024-04-14-benylin-paediatric-cough-syrup-recalled-in-six-countries-due-to-toxic-compound/
Contaminated cough syrup in Africa no longer available - WHO: The recalled batch of Benylin syrup was made by Johnson & Johnson in South Africa in May 2021 ...
monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/contaminated-cough-syrup-in-africa-no-longer-available-who-4600216
Education department should learn from drowning incident: Chiloane: The Gauteng education department needs to strengthen its school excursion protocol in light ...
timeslive.co.za/news/south-africa/2024-04-24-education-department-should-learn-from-drowning-incident-chiloane/
The Constitutional Court’s ruling in the case of Capitec Bank versus the South African Revenue Service (Sars) will have implications for tax law in South ... Show more
SDCEA shuts down Durban roads in protest of Eskom tariff increases: “Many of Durban’s citizen’s have on year’s on end experienced no access to the proposed ...
iol.co.za/news/south-africa/kwazulu-natal/sdcea-shuts-down-durban-roads-in-protest-of-eskom-tariff-increases-e27052b8-a525-4909-82a9-0518578a7e45
BHEKISISA OP-ED | Will the food industry sacrifice its fat profits for health?: The National Food and Nutrition Survey findings reveal people eating the wrong ...
timeslive.co.za/ideas/2024-04-17-bhekisisa-op-ed-will-the-food-industry-sacrifice-its-fat-profits-for-health/
Dirt under the Nails: A Tammy Taylor exposé: Inside Tammy Taylor’s R1.9 billion lawsuit over a nail salon trademark in South Africa.
iol.co.za/news/crime-and-courts/dirt-under-the-nails-a-tammy-taylor-expose-bbd0c15a-6015-4d4c-b25a-20fc639f474e
Credit access to reignite recovery of MSMEsCredit access to reignite recovery of MSMEs - The Standard
Who can get NHS prescriptions for free as costs rise from May - see full list: NHS prescription costs are due to increase in England next week - check if you can ...
chroniclelive.co.uk/news/cost-of-living/who-can-nhs-prescriptions-free-29065453
Africa: How to Stop Five-Year-Olds from Dying Every Minute this World Malaria Day
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Quick Glance: Combatting Malaria: Challenges and Solutions
- Progress in reducing malaria has stalled in recent years, especially in African regions. Pregnant women, young children, and other vulnerable groups continue to have limited access to malaria services.
- Infants and young children are disproportionately affected by malaria, especially in poorer households in sub-Saharan Africa. Pregnant women are at increased risk of malaria due to immunity loss.
- Refugees, migrants, and indigenous peoples are also at higher risk of malaria and often lack access to necessary services.
- Climate change and humanitarian emergencies contribute to making vulnerable populations more susceptible to malaria. Measures like combating discrimination and integrating malaria control interventions into universal health coverage can help achieve a malaria-free world.
The People’s Say: PAHO probe into babies’ deaths begins
As officials of the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) investigate the deaths of seven infants at ... Show more
The Key to Transforming African Health | by Jayati Ghosh - Project Syndicate: Jayati Ghosh highlights efforts to foster scientific innovation and drug ...
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Medscape caves in on courses funded by tobacco giant Philip Morris, while medics fear global push into medical education
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Three Pan American Health Organization experts, who have been selected to probe the deaths of babies at the Port-of-Spain General Hospital ... Show more
PAHO team meets with NWRHA on baby deaths - Trinidad Guardian
PAHO team meets with NWRHA on baby deaths - Trinidad Guardian
Africa: USAID's Catalyst Study Expands HIV Prevention Options for Women and Girls in Africa
allafrica.com/stories/202404250024.html
WHO likely to issue wider alert on contaminated J&J cough syrup - Europe - The Jakarta Post
thejakartapost.com/world/2024/04/20/who-likely-to-issue-wider-alert-on-contaminated-jj-cough-syrup.html
Anglo American to Oppose Appeal in Zambia Lead Poisoning Case: Anglo American Plc said it will oppose any court case over allegations that a Zambian mine in ...
dailymaverick.co.za/article/2024-04-22-anglo-american-to-oppose-appeal-in-zambia-lead-poisoning-case/
Dying crops, food and water shortages — drought affects millions in southern Africa
dailymaverick.co.za/article/2024-04-23-dying-crops-food-and-water-shortages-drought-affects-millions-in-southern-africa/
If you buy four or more prescriptions in three months, or 12 or more prescriptions in 12 months, you’ll save money with a prescription prepayment certificate ... Show more
How to beat the prescription price hike - Which? News
How to beat the prescription price hike - Which? News
‘Minimum’ emission standards minimised again — Sasol’s air pollution appeal succeeds
dailymaverick.co.za/opinionista/2024-04-23-minimum-emission-standards-minimised-again-sasols-air-pollution-appeal-succeeds/
Covid scarred the global economy in permanent but unequal ways: The most profound insight in the World Economic Outlook report are the asymmetric effects of the ...
dailymaverick.co.za/opinionista/2024-04-23-covid-scarred-global-economy-in-permanent-but-unequal-ways/
New Beauly vets to open after owner's journey halfway around the world: South African vet Dominique Baranska and her husband, Lukasz Baranski ...
pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/business/6437265/highland-health-veterinary-centre-beauly/
Public Services Association president Leroy Baptiste hopes that the decision-makers at the North West Regional Health Authority (NWRHA) take responsibility for ... Show more
PSA boss wants NWRHA heads held accountable - Trinidad Guardian
PSA boss wants NWRHA heads held accountable - Trinidad Guardian
South Africa: Johannesburg Power Outage Threatens Critical Healthcare - South African News Briefs - April 2...
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SWRHA: No bacterial NICU deaths in August 2022 - Trinidad and Tobago Newsday: The South West Regional Health Authority (SWRHA) has denied claims in a newspaper ...
newsday.co.tt/2024/04/22/swrha-no-bacterial-nicu-deaths-in-august-2022/
Empowering young people is at the heart of Ntsiki Khunju’s efforts to change the world
dailymaverick.co.za/article/2024-04-21-empowering-young-people-is-at-the-heart-ntsiki-khunjus-activism/
Nutrition support for ECD programmes takes a giant step backwards: The Gauteng health department – which until now commendably supported unregistered early early ...
dailymaverick.co.za/article/2024-04-18-nutrition-support-for-ecd-programmes-takes-giant-step-backwards/
Africa: Hearing Aid Apps Offer Hope to Millions in Africa with Hearing Loss: Analysis - In rural Kenya, 64-year-old John Kamau's world of silence is about to ...
allafrica.com/stories/202404180006.html
South Africa has an unhealthy relationship with alcohol: Some of this stems from history such as the dop system, but much of it is because the heavy use of ...
mg.co.za/thought-leader/opinion/2024-04-15-south-africa-has-an-unhealthy-relationship-with-alcohol/
PDSA Weekly Vet Q&A microchipping, weight gain, changing food: PDSA answers your questions about microchipping, weight gain, changing food and eye infections.
nwemail.co.uk/news/24243357.pdsa-weekly-vet-q-microchipping-weight-gain-changing-food/
Bonang Matheba, Miss SA Natasha Joubert, Thembi Seete to appear in L’Oréal Paris' first local Walk Your Worth fashion show
iol.co.za/entertainment/celebrity-news/local/bonang-matheba-miss-sa-natasha-joubert-thembi-seete-to-appear-in-loreal-paris-first-local-walk-your-worth-fashion-show-b6be47fc-dc95-4dc5-90f1-dc7510cf209b
I’m a smoker, and I want stricter tobacco control: Civil rights activist Koketso Moeti has been smoking for more than 20 years. Yet she supports South Africa’s ...
dailymaverick.co.za/article/2024-04-09-im-a-smoker-and-i-want-stricter-tobacco-control/
'I am not scared of anyone' — Cele on Gcaba brothers and police clash with Inanda taxi boss
timeslive.co.za/news/south-africa/2024-04-09-i-am-not-scared-of-anyone-cele-on-gcaba-brothers-and-police-clash-with-inanda-taxi-boss/
Pipeline ‘vandal’ killed in high-pressure Durban water explosion: A Durban man was killed apparently while tampering with an air valve on an eThekwini ...
dailymaverick.co.za/article/2024-04-07-pipeline-vandal-killed-in-high-pressure-durban-water-explosion/
Sewage and illegal dumping just the tip of the iceberg in bankrupt Emfuleni: The Emfuleni Municipality owes its creditors nearly R9-billion — the biggest ...
dailymaverick.co.za/article/2024-04-10-sewage-and-illegal-dumping-just-the-tip-of-the-iceberg-in-bankrupt-emfuleni/
UK man runs the length of Africa in 10,000 miles and 352 days | Africanews: “It’s quite hard to put into words, 352 days on the road, long time without seeing ...
africanews.com/2024/04/08/10000-miles-and-352-days-later-a-uk-man-reaches-his-goal-of-running-the-length-of-africa/
Malawian man tried to buy perfume at Rand Show 'with fake US dollars': A 58-year-old, Malawian national John Gambi was arrested at the Rand Show in ...
timeslive.co.za/news/south-africa/2024-04-04-malawian-man-tried-to-buy-perfume-at-rand-show-with-fake-us-dollars/
8-year-old bus crash survivor in good hands, says Limpopo health MEC Dr Phophi Ramathuba
timeslive.co.za/news/south-africa/2024-03-29-8-year-old-bus-crash-survivor-in-good-hands-says-limpopo-health-mec-dr-phophi-ramathuba/
Quick Glance: 8-year-old Bus Crash Survivor Receives Care
- Limpopo Health MEC Dr. Phophi Ramathuba and a staff member are attending to the eight-year-old sole survivor of the bus accident.
- The eight-year-old girl who survived the tragic bus accident in Limpopo is safe and receiving care.
- The Minister visited the girl at a hospital, emphasizing that she is in good hands.
- It is noted that the survivor is now being cared for in a larger hospital with all necessary facilities and staff.
8-year-old bus crash survivor in good hands, says Limpopo health MEC Dr Phophi Ramathuba
timeslive.co.za/news/south-africa/2024-03-29-8-year-old-bus-crash-survivor-in-good-hands-says-limpopo-health-mec-dr-phophi-ramathuba/
Forty-five worshippers were killed in a bus crash in South Africa's Limpopo province. They were on their way to an Easter conference when the driver lost ... Show more
South Africa bus crash kills 45 people | CNN
South Africa bus crash kills 45 people | CNN
Quick Glance: Child (8) Sole Survivor in South Africa Bus Crash Tragedy
- A bus crash in South Africa resulted in the death of 45 people after the vehicle plunged off a bridge and caught fire upon impact with the ground.
- An eight-year-old child, the only survivor, is currently receiving medical treatment at a nearby hospital.
- The tragic incident occurred near Mamatlakala in the Limpopo province, where the driver lost control, crashed into barriers on the bridge, and caused the bus to go over the edge and ignite.
- Rescue operations persisted into late hours, with some victims burned beyond recognition and others trapped in debris or scattered at the scene.
"Please go home and wait for the imminent advertisement of posts and apply." These are the words of KwaZulu-Natal Health MEC, Nomagugu Simelane ... Show more
While the people are desperate for jobs, the country is rapidly deindustrialising
dailymaverick.co.za/opinionista/2024-04-04-while-the-people-are-desperate-for-jobs-the-country-is-rapidly-deindustrialising/
Steinheist: The day the fraud became clear: The Steinhoff crash wiped more than R200bn off the JSE and knocked the pension funds of millions of South Africans. ...
dailymaverick.co.za/article/2024-03-21-steinheist-the-day-the-fraud-became-clear/
Quick Glance: Disgraced Former CEO Markus Jooste Reportedly Dies by Alleged Suicide
- Disgraced former CEO Markus Jooste has reportedly died from alleged suicide.
- According to reports, former Steinhoff CEO Markus Jooste allegedly ended his life through suicide.
Resurgence of syphilis a ‘failure of healthcare systems’, says leading South African researcher
dailymaverick.co.za/article/2024-04-11-syphilis-resurgence-a-failure-of-healthcare-systems-top-researcher/
Medics insist 11 demands must be met before calling off strike: While KMPDU raised 11 issues, the ministry raised six issues. CoG raised 10 issues ...
standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001492581/medics-insist-11-demands-must-be-met-before-calling-off-strike
Some 32 000 people could die if SA doesn’t switch to greener power sooner: People who live close to coal-fired power plants continue to fall ill from breathing ...
mg.co.za/the-green-guardian/2024-03-20-some-32-000-people-could-die-if-sa-doesnt-switch-to-greener-power-sooner/
BHEKISISA OP-ED | Why is TB called the ‘disease of paper’ in Eastern Cape villages?
timeslive.co.za/ideas/2024-03-27-bhekisisa-op-ed-why-is-tb-called-the-disease-of-paper-in-eastern-cape-villages/
Quick Glance: Crucial Investments for Global Eradication of TB
- Experts emphasize the need for increased investment in tuberculosis screening and preventive treatment to ensure the global eradication of the disease.
- Implementing TB screening and preventive treatment can significantly reduce TB incidence and mortality.
- Experts highlight that early detection of TB through screening and preventive treatment improves chances of cure and curbs the spread of the disease.
South Africans drowning in rising cost of living — urgent state intervention is needed
dailymaverick.co.za/opinionista/2024-03-19-south-africans-drowning-in-rising-cost-of-living-urgent-state-intervention-is-needed/
Does South Africa’s biggest killer show up in your party’s manifesto?: TB, a curable and preventable disease, is South Africa’s biggest killer ...
dailymaverick.co.za/article/2024-03-26-tb-does-s-africas-biggest-killer-appear-in-your-partys-manifesto/
South African rand flat ahead of inflation, retail sales data: South Africa's rand was flat early on Wednesday as investors awaited inflation and retail sales ...
reuters.com/markets/south-african-rand-flat-ahead-inflation-retail-sales-data-2024-03-20/
How not to deal with a failed airline: While it may not have come as a complete surprise, given how long it took for the deal to be consummated and the high ...
timeslive.co.za/sunday-times/opinion-and-analysis/opinion/2024-03-31-how-not-to-deal-with-a-failed-airline/
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Ex-Poundland boss Markus Jooste dies of gunshot wound in South Africa: Markus Jooste dies one day after being ordered to pay a $25m fine for accounting fraud in ...
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Massive TB vaccine trial starts in SA – could deliver first new jab in over a century
dailymaverick.co.za/article/2024-03-19-massive-tb-vaccine-trial-starts-in-sa-could-deliver-first-new-jab-in-over-a-century/
SA faces serious human health risks if we continue discharging toxic sewage into waterways
dailymaverick.co.za/article/2024-03-18-sa-faces-serious-human-health-risks-if-we-continue-discharging-toxic-sewage-into-waterways/
White collar crime: 3 business men who died as the law was closing in: In light of disgraced businessman Markus Jooste’s suicide, IOL has placed a spotlight on ...
iol.co.za/business/white-collar-crime-3-business-men-who-died-as-the-law-was-closing-in-787eba6e-34de-4020-b619-c21088c867b9
Pandemic preparations are unhealthy: A proposed treaty and law changes would compromise national and health sovereignty
mg.co.za/thought-leader/opinion/2024-03-22-pandemic-preparations-are-unhealthy/
‘Handicapped’: Billionaire’s report card: British billionaire Sir Richard Branson has taken “prove them wrong” to another level.
news.com.au/finance/money/wealth/handicapped-billionaire-sir-richard-bransons-old-report-card-revealed/news-story/ca971c46af8a23ad20a9994c8050a03b
Two cashiers bust for allegedly defrauding Free State pharmacy: Two female cashiers at a pharmacy in Welkom in the Free State are facing fraud and theft charges ...
timeslive.co.za/news/south-africa/2024-03-28-two-cashiers-bust-for-allegedly-defrauding-free-state-pharmacy/
Nigeria Recalls Toxic J&J Kids Cough Syrup Made in South Africa: Nigerian authorities have recalled a Johnson & Johnson children’s cough syrup after laboratory ...
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8-Year-Old Girl, Sole Survivor of South Africa Bus Crash, Is in Stable Condition: Forty-four worshipers from Botswana, along with the driver, were killed when ...
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Happiness and South Africa — where mental well-being drowns in a sea of troubles: The notion of happiness is not just keeping death and suffering at bay ...
dailymaverick.co.za/opinionista/2024-03-24-happiness-and-south-africa-in-a-sea-of-troubles/
Moderna puts plans for African vaccine plant on hold : Pledges to invest in pandemic preparedness with facility in Kenya fall short as sales of Covid jabs ...
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Russ Cook, who calls himself "Hardest Geezer" on social media, completes his run from the tip of South Africa to Tunisia
No Easter plans yet? Here are egg-citing ideas to keep kids entertained: Don't let last-minute Easter plans get you down — get cracking on these fun ...
timeslive.co.za/lifestyle/2024-03-22-no-easter-plans-yet-here-are-egg-citing-ideas-to-keep-kids-entertained/
Numsa calls for equality in Human Rights Day message: The National Union of Metalworkers of SA on Thursday commemorated Human Rights Day by honouring the memory ...
timeslive.co.za/news/south-africa/2024-03-21-numsa-calls-for-equality-in-human-rights-day-message/
KZN social development department tried to ‘cushion’ NPO budgets in previous years, now it’s cutting funding
dailymaverick.co.za/article/2024-04-11-kzn-social-development-funding-cuts-leave-npos-desperate/
This week — Health MEC faces inquiry after xenophobic statements and remembering Ahmed Kathrada
dailymaverick.co.za/article/2024-03-25-this-week-health-mec-faces-inquiry-after-xenophobic-statements-and-remembering-ahmed-kathrada/
Veterinary group hit with cyber attack causing major disruption: CVS Group said there was also a risk that personal information had been accessed
business-live.co.uk/enterprise/veterinary-group-hit-cyber-attack-28954695
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