International human rights activist, speaker and author Zulaikha Patel is set to release her second book, Brave Like Me!, published by Pan Macmillan SA. The book is an inspiring story of courage, resilience and the power of young voices. At just 13 years old, Patel became a national symbol of youth activism when she led […]
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Blood cancer, a term covering several malignant diseases of the bone marrow or blood-forming system, accounts for 33% of all childhood cancers in South Africa. Currently, nearly 5 000 children are living with the condition. For parents and caregivers, the emotional and financial strain can be overwhelming, often leaving them struggling to cope. Palesa Mokomele,
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The Paper Manufacturers Association of South Africa (PAMSA) has released findings from its 2024 survey on book ownership, revealing that 31% of respondents own fewer than 10 books – a modest improvement from 41% reported in 2022. However, access to books remains a significant challenge for many South Africans. The survey also found that approximately
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In western philosophy, the concept of ‘the healing power of nature’ dates to the father of medicine, Hippocrates. However, the conviction in the restorative capacity of being connected to nature is reflected also in indigenous knowledge across the world. While modern science delivers ample evidence that nature is good for body, mind and soul, people
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Can you believe that back-to-school time is already here? It’s a tough time for learners and parents alike, though for different reasons. Parents worry about providing their children with everything they will need for the school year, and there’s a lot to consider: academic considerations, friendships, logistics, stationery lists – and lunch! BIC is always
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Smallholder farmers and farmworkers in South Africa are struggling to make ends meet, with earnings that barely cover basic needs like food, housing and education. But there is hope – and it starts with our buying habits. By choosing Fairtrade-certified products, you can help transform the livelihoods of these farmers and workers, while supporting a
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The festive season: a time for families to come together, relax and share moments of joy after a tough year – but, for thousands of South Africans diagnosed with cancer on long waiting lists to receive treatment, it’s a time of uncertainty and worry. With 85% of South Africans reliant on the overstretched public health
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SA Harvest – South Africa’s leading food rescue organisation – is launching its Virtual Food Pantry, a digital initiative designed to provide meals, restore dignity and empower communities. The campaign kicks off on GivingTuesday – 3 December – and invites everyone to play a role in creating a hunger-free South Africa. SA Harvest aims to
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1st For Women, the car and home insurance brand specifically designed for women, has embarked on a campaign to celebrate South African women’s fearless firsts after its nationwide survey uncovered that a shocking 60% of women have felt societal pressure to achieve certain milestones by a specific age; almost three-quarters (74%) believe society puts more
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Despite significant legal protections, gender-based violence (GBV) is a persistent, harrowing reality for many girls and women in South Africa. This month, the Human Sciences Research Council (HSRC) released and handed over to the government the First South African National Gender-Based Violence Study, 2022. Gathering data from both victims and perpetrators, the study provides significant
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