Category: South Africa

Let’s talk about happiness – that warm, fuzzy feeling we all love. While it might seem hard to catch sometimes, happiness isn’t some distant dream. It’s right here, available to all of us through simple daily actions. The best part? You don’t need anything fancy or expensive. Today, I’ll share

Recent food-related incidents have left many South African families worried about their safety. In the past few months, we’ve seen several cases of food-borne illnesses affecting our communities, with children being the most vulnerable victims. The government has recognized this growing concern and is taking steps to address these challenges.

Have you ever wondered if the food you’re buying is actually what it claims to be? Here in South Africa, we’re facing a serious problem with fake food products showing up on our store shelves. From mislabeled canned goods to dangerous imitation products, these counterfeits aren’t just disappointing – they’re

Gender-based violence (GBV) affects millions of people worldwide, particularly women and children. It includes physical, emotional, and sexual abuse that happens because of someone’s gender. In our communities, GBV creates lasting trauma not just for survivors, but for families and society as a whole. Recently, at the re-launch of the

Minister Gwarube recently shared a powerful message about education being a unifying cause that goes beyond political boundaries. It’s heartening to see how this idea brings people together. At the Partnerships for Education Business Breakfast, the focus was on getting the public and private sectors to work together to improve

We need to have a chat about something pretty serious that’s been happening in our country lately. There’s been a worrying increase in fake versions of some important medicines popping up all over the place. I’m talking about counterfeit Glucagon-like Peptide-1 (GLP-1) products, like Ozempic and Mounjaro. Now, I know

Let’s talk about something really important today – how technology can make a big difference in the lives of people with disabilities. Recently, Deputy Minister Mmapaseka Steve Letsike has been pushing for more investment in assistive technology, and it’s got me thinking about how amazing this could be for so

Let’s talk about something really important – how our government in South Africa is working hard to create more jobs. They’re not just making empty promises; instead they’re putting their money where their mouth is by investing in key industries. What’s cool is that they’re focusing on areas that have

Here’s the latest buzz in the medical world. The South African Health Products Regulatory Authority (SAHPRA) is reaching out to all of us to join in on a super important mission. They’re asking everyone to speak up about any side effects they experience from medicines, vaccines, and medical devices. It’s