South Africa's healthcare system can't afford to ignore migration: Musina, a border town in South Africa's Limpopo province. ShutterstockReflecting global trends, most migration in South Africa is internal – people moving between the country’s different provinces. South Africa is also home to a much smaller population of foreign-born migrants, mostly from countries that … [Read more...] about South Africa’s healthcare system can’t afford to ignore migration | The Conversation
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We tracked South Africa’s sardine run over 66 years: here’s what we found | The Conversation
We tracked South Africa's sardine run over 66 years: here's what we found: shutterstock The sardine run is well known among residents of the KwaZulu-Natal coastline that runs along South Africa’s east coast. Every year in winter, sardines migrate close to the shoreline. The event is well documented in the local press. The sardine run is of great economic importance because it … [Read more...] about We tracked South Africa’s sardine run over 66 years: here’s what we found | The Conversation
The way that minerals are mined affects conflict in eastern Congo | The Conversation
The way that minerals are mined affects conflict in eastern Congo: An artisanal mine Fairphone/FlickrStrong evidence links the mining of minerals to local conflict in several African countries. This is because minerals are prized by rebel groups and are a source of their financing. Examples include the “blood diamonds” that were used to finance armed groups in Sierra Leone and … [Read more...] about The way that minerals are mined affects conflict in eastern Congo | The Conversation
Migrants must be part of South Africa’s universal health plan. Here’s why | The Conversation
Migrants must be part of South Africa's universal health plan. Here's why: International migrants often struggle to access healthcare. ShutterstockSeven years ago the United Nations (UN) endorsed universal health coverage as key to sustainable development and global security. The South African government has taken up the challenge. President Cyril Ramaphosa has underscored … [Read more...] about Migrants must be part of South Africa’s universal health plan. Here’s why | The Conversation
Men and HIV: how poverty, violence and inequality play a part | The Conversation
Men and HIV: how poverty, violence and inequality play a part: A closer look at men in South Africa reveals a very complicated picture. ShutterstockIt’s obvious that men’s practices and behaviour are central to women’s vulnerability to HIV. This is why a major focus in the fight against HIV has been on interventions involving work with men and boys to “transform masculinities” … [Read more...] about Men and HIV: how poverty, violence and inequality play a part | The Conversation
