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Municipality purchased hand sanitizers at R175 per 500ml bottle and paid R50 per face mask through a tender

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Chris Hani District Municipality (CHDM) has procured hand sanitisers for its staff at R175 per 500ml bottle, pricing some have criticised as excessive. The municipality paid R50 apiece for surgical…

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Condom shortage crisis is looming since the beginning of Lockdown

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A global condom shortage is looming as the Lockdown shutters factories and disrupts supply chains, the world’s top maker of the contraceptives said, with the United Nations warning of “devastating”…

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Nigerian President signs an order to prevent foreigners from getting jobs Nigerians can do.

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President Muhammadu Buhari, in Abuja reportedly signed Executive Order 5 to improve local content in public procurement with science, engineering and technology components. According to The Nation, the Executive Order…

Reserve Bank Warns AI Could Be a Bigger Threat to South Africa Than Iran War

The South African Reserve Bank (SARB) has warned that artificial intelligence may pose a greater long-term risk to South Africa’s financial stability than ongoing geopolitical tensions, including the Iran conflict.… The post Reserve Bank Warns AI Could Be a Bigger Threat to South Africa Than Iran War appeared first on .

South Africa’s Financial System Under Pressure as Iran War Triggers SARB Alert

The South African Reserve Bank (SARB) has warned that the country’s financial system has become more vulnerable following the outbreak of the Middle East conflict, which has intensified global economic… The post South Africa’s Financial System Under Pressure as Iran War Triggers SARB Alert appeared first on .

New HIV Prevention Jab in South Africa: How It Works and Access Points

A new six-monthly anti-HIV injection, known as lenacapavir (LEN), is now being rolled out across South Africa, offering long-acting protection against HIV infection for eligible individuals. The jab is currently… The post New HIV Prevention Jab in South Africa: How It Works and Access Points appeared first on .

Contraceptive Shortage Hits South Africa After Aspen Manufacturing Disruption

South Africa is currently experiencing a shortage of oral contraceptives following production challenges at Aspen Pharmacare’s manufacturing facilities, according to the Department of Health and reports from local pharmacy chains.… The post Contraceptive Shortage Hits South Africa After Aspen Manufacturing Disruption appeared first on .

Teacher Found Dead in Mahikeng Home as Police Investigate Murder

A Mahikeng family is mourning the loss of a 39-year-old woman who was found dead inside her home in what police are investigating as a murder case. The victim, identified… The post Teacher Found Dead in Mahikeng Home as Police Investigate Murder appeared first on .

Family Seeks Justice After Aspiring Bacardi Artist Found Dead in Soshanguve

A family in Soshanguve, Tshwane, is searching for answers after the body of a 20-year-old aspiring Bacardi musician was discovered inside a dustbin, just weeks before she was due to… The post Family Seeks Justice After Aspiring Bacardi Artist Found Dead in Soshanguve appeared first on .

How Much Should You Walk to Lose Weight?

Walking is one of the easiest and most effective ways to improve your health and support weight loss. Unlike intense workout programs that can feel overwhelming for beginners, walking requires… The post How Much Should You Walk to Lose Weight? appeared first on .