Amid calls for the projected R 11 billion revenue for the proposed sugary drinks tax to be ring fenced to fight South Africa’s epidemic of non-communicable diseases (NCDs), National Treasury has affirmed that it has no intention to earmark taxes as it “is unsound fiscal policy”.
As more parties refute industry's job losses claims, some argue the cost of inaction is much higher to society.
Activists have partnered with the taxi industry on a national awareness campaign to address harassment and gender-based violence towards women commuters.
The United Nations (UN) has called on governments of its member states to outlaw the marketing of unhealthy foods and drinks to children.
From violent male partners to vaginal bacteria that make a woman more likely to get HIV, it is dangerous to be a women in South Africa.
Scientists have discovered the oldest evidence of cancer dating back millions of years.
A new study found that one hour of daily exercise can completely eliminate the health risks of prolonged sitting.
Sex workers find a way past the everyday violence and abuse they experience at the hands of law enforcement – by becoming activists.
HIV medication saves lives but not when it’s taken too late – especially in sub-Saharan Africa.
South Africa leads the way in HIV vaccine research with a large trial set to begin before the end of the year.
The world should not talk about the end of AIDS while 20 million people don't have treatment, said activists who handed a memorandum to the UN's Ban Ki-Moon in Durban on Monday.
As HIV donor funding dwindles, the world is looking for ways to make less money go further – and one of the best investments is using ARVs to prevent new infections in people most at risk.
