Food aid parcels in South Africa could do with a better nutritional balance: Getty ImagesFood insecurity is a reality for many South African households, with approximately 50% of households living under the poverty line and not being able to afford basic healthy eating. Low-income households typically spend about a third of total expenditure on … [Read more...] about Food aid parcels in South Africa could do with a better nutritional balance | The Conversation
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Unravelling why some democracies — but not all — are better at fighting pandemics | The Conversation
Unravelling why some democracies -- but not all -- are better at fighting pandemics: South Korea has been the quickest to bring the pandemic under control. Jung Yeon-je/AFP/Getty ImagesOne of democracy’s strengths is that it allows its critics to complain about it loudly. The current complaint in South Africa from some commentators and many voices on social media claims that … [Read more...] about Unravelling why some democracies — but not all — are better at fighting pandemics | The Conversation
New SearchShop platform empowers consumers with real-time information for better financial decision making
New SearchShop platform empowers consumers with real-time information for better financial decision making: Shaun Viljoen Leading fintech software specialist, e4, has announced the launch of its innovative new platform, allowing consumers to perform live individual, company, property, and vehicle searches anytime, anywhere. SearchShop provides vetting and informational searches … [Read more...] about New SearchShop platform empowers consumers with real-time information for better financial decision making
Newborns in developing countries need better protection from common bacteria | The Conversation
Newborns in developing countries need better protection from common bacteria: ShutterstockAlmost half of all deaths in children under five-years-of-age happen in the first month of life. One of the leading causes of these deaths is from a bacterial organism called Streptococcus agalactiae, also known as Group B strep. Sub-Saharan Africa has the … [Read more...] about Newborns in developing countries need better protection from common bacteria | The Conversation
Drastic action is needed to ensure a better future for South Africa’s children | The Conversation
Drastic action is needed to ensure a better future for South Africa's children: ShutterstockRemarkable progress has been made in the health and well-being of children and young people since 1990. But profound inequality means that little has changed for many in the world’s poorest regions. Children around the world also face unprecedented dangers … [Read more...] about Drastic action is needed to ensure a better future for South Africa’s children | The Conversation
