Gender-Based Violence Summit fails to meet its own deadline
While government officials promised results by May, activists say they’ve had to put pressure on officials for any progress to happen.
Pontsho Pilane
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#Elections2019: Parties pledge universal health, but lack detail
How ‘universal’ is the universal health coverage envisaged by the National Health Insurance scheme? The draft law contains xenophobic rhetoric, but the country’s main political parties offer very few alternatives in the manifestos.
Sugary drinks tax turns one — amid opposition
The tax on sugary drinks has raised almost R3 billion. Coca-Cola says it has reduced the sugar levels of its drinks range by more than a quarter, irritating those who said the levy wouldn’t cut sugar consumption. But is the profit being used for health promotion? Could political parties rally against it after the election?
#FreeToBleed: Zero-rating and free pads to start in South Africa
Bleeding every month is about to get a lot cheaper for many people who menstruate. In some cases, it may even be free.
Top three parties’ position on sexual & reproductive justice
Do you know what your favourite political party’s stance is on sex work, gender-based violence and abortion?