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Shrinking Family Units in South Africa

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In South Africa, families have undergone a significant transformation over the past few decades. One noticeable change is the size of families.  According to Stats

Exploring SA’s median-age dynamics

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As South Africa navigates its complex socio-economic landscape, one of the most telling indicators of demographic shifts is the median age. Median age is calculated

South Africa’s living conditions: navigating challenges and pursuing equity

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South Africa, a nation of stark contrasts and immense potential, has long struggled with issues of housing and access to essential services. The recently published

Zimbabwe’s ongoing struggle for free and fair elections

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On Wednesday, Zimbabwe is scheduled to hold a general election. This poll has already garnered significant attention due to its potential to either direct the

The exponential rise of cellular phones in South African households

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South Africa has witnessed a transformative shift in communication preferences over the past few years, with cellular phones becoming the preferred choice for the majority

Nurse shortage crisis in South Africa

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South Africa has been faced with a critical shortage of nurses, which has been worsening over the years, resulting in a number of challenges in

Maternal healthcare improves, but more can be done

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Over the past ten years, South Africa’s institutional maternal mortality ratio (IMMR) has declined. Maternal mortality is an important issue that requires our attention. Defined

Flush Out Injustice: South Africa’s Urgent Call for Sanitation Equality

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In a nation that is working to advance and develop, it is depressing to realise that a significant portion of South African homes still do

SA decline on Human Development Index continues

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Despite South Africa’s continuous improvement in its Human Development Index value for nearly three decades, the country’s overall rank has been declining over the past

SA no longer has a free economy

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South Africa continues to slide down rankings of economic freedom, with the country’s overall score now at a record low. According to the latest Index