Many countries regulate e-cigarettes. South Africa should too: ShutterstockOpinions differ on how to regulate electronic cigarettes. But dozens of countries are taking action. In Africa, Kenya already taxes these products, and South Africa is preparing to follow. E-cigarettes don’t contain tobacco, which has harmful health effects. But they often … [Read more...] about Many countries regulate e-cigarettes. South Africa should too | The Conversation
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Private security in Africa: time to regulate the bad and harness the good | The Conversation
Private security in Africa: time to regulate the bad and harness the good: Private security guards secure Uber offices in Parktown, a suburb of Johannesburg. Its drivers are constantly under attack. Reuters/Siphiwe SibekoA familiar scene plays itself out daily whenever I visit my local 24-hour convenience store in the northern suburbs of Cape Town. Despite the early hour, … [Read more...] about Private security in Africa: time to regulate the bad and harness the good | The Conversation
South Africa wants to regulate traditional healers – but it’s not easy | The Conversation
Until recently, traditional healers in South Africa have operated relatively freely from government interference. Reuters/Rogan WardSouth African traditional healers play a significant role for people that follow African cultural beliefs. There are more than 200,000 traditional healers across the country. Until recently, traditional healers have operated relatively freely from … [Read more...] about South Africa wants to regulate traditional healers – but it’s not easy | The Conversation
