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[Opinion] Shrinking Family Units in South Africa

In South Africa, families have undergone a significant transformation over the past few decades. One noticeable change is the size of families.

[Opinion] Exploring SA’s median-age dynamics

As South Africa navigates its complex socio-economic landscape, one of the most telling indicators of demographic shifts is the median age.

[Opinion] South Africa’s living conditions: navigating challenges and pursuing equity

South Africa, a nation of stark contrasts and immense potential, has long struggled with issues of housing and access to essential services.

[Opinion] Zimbabwe’s ongoing struggle for free and fair elections

On Wednesday, Zimbabwe is scheduled to hold a general election. This poll has already garnered significant attention due to its potential to either direct the ...

[Opinion] The exponential rise of cellular phones in South African households

South Africa has witnessed a transformative shift in communication preferences over the past few years, with cellular phones becoming the preferred choice for ...

[Opinion] Nurse shortage crisis in South Africa

South Africa has been faced with a critical shortage of nurses, which has been worsening over the years, resulting in a number of challenges in providing ...

Maternal healthcare improves, but more can be done

Over the past ten years, South Africa’s institutional maternal mortality ratio (IMMR) has declined.

[Opinion] Flush Out Injustice: South Africa’s Urgent Call for Sanitation Equality

In a nation that is working to advance and develop, it is depressing to realise that a significant portion of South African homes still do not have access to ...

[Opinion] NHI not a credible fix for ailing public healthcare

Having said that, it is paramount to understand that while there is an urgent need for reform in South Africa's public health system, the NHI's primary goal is ...

[Opinion] SA decline on Human Development Index continues

Despite South Africa’s continuous improvement in its Human Development Index value for nearly three decades, the country’s overall rank has been declining over ...