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Q&A: When will you be able to board a plane again?
Quarraisha and Salim Abdool Karim both serve on the ministerial committee that advises President Cyril Ramaphosa on South Africa’s COVID-19 response. In our recent webinar, we asked them eight questions about what to expect of life between now and September.
Why South Africa isn’t using the AstraZeneca jabs it bought
South Africa’s decision against the AstraZeneca vaccine marked the first time South Africa departed with WHO's advice in its COVID-19 pandemic response.
How do you say ‘queer’ in isiZulu?
Qhawekhazi (isiXhosa) noun. Heroine / the woman who is a hero with the courage to love another woman.
Survey uncovers shortages in critical medication
A survey of stock levels of HIV drugs is in stark contrast to health department claims that "there is no shortage".
Activists lead fight for the right to cheaper drugs
There is a big move afoot to alert SADC members to the concessions on intellectual property rights that they can take advantage of.
Men, the HIV prevention pill just got easier. Get the ‘2-1-1’ on what to...
Men who have sex with men can now safely use the HIV prevention pill before and after sex, instead of every day.
The science of sequencing: How Africa is preparing for future pandemics
Africa is building up a genomic surveillance network of 12 regional hubs that will help the continent to prepare for future pandemics.
Basson to learn his fate next month
The HPCSA will rule on Wouter Basson's fate on December 18 after a five-year long inquiry into his actions during apartheid.
Gentlemen, let’s talk about HIV
Despite the stereotypes, there is a pressing need for men to play more of a role in HIV support.
Bhekisisa wins the 2021 Reconciliation Award for its role in reporting on the COVID...
The Bhekisisa Centre for Health Journalism was awarded the 2021 Reconciliation Award from the Institute for Justice and Reconciliation. This award recognises the work our team has done over the past year to cover the COVID pandemic and the role our organisation has played in advancing healthcare solutions through reporting on health and social justice issues across Africa.
Ebony and ivory toyi-toyi in harmony
The toyi-toyiing "helps me to get rid of my frustrations at the hospital", says one doctor.
How to defy Zuma – and survive to tell the tale
Analysts say this minister's strong SACP connections and ANC support ensure he’s ‘too powerful politically’ for the president to fire.
Bhekisisa scoops top health journalism award – again
Health editor Mia Malan wins top honour for the second time at Discovery's annual awards ceremony.
The Pfizer palpitations: What exactly are the risks to teens’ hearts from this COVID...
As South Africa’s teenagers line up to get their Pfizer COVID jab, many parents are concerned about the possible risk of heart inflammation. We break down the numbers behind this extremely rare side effect and why it shouldn’t deter teens from getting a shot.
Gang violence exposes children to mental instability
Children who are exposed to gangsterism are at greater risk of becoming perpetrators of violence themselves, according to a study in Mannenberg.
Risks & benefits: New HIV drug combo could change the course of SA’s epidemic
South Africa's next chapter in HIV treatment holds amazing promise but unlocking it rests on our ability to have the kind of discussions with women — about risks, about contraception, about their agency — that we, truth be told, haven't been great at. Will this rollout be a chance to get it right finally?