June 10
South Africa: Did US Aid Cuts Break the Things We Need Most for the Lenacapavir Roll-Out?
South Africa launched the most promising new HIV prevention tool in years. Spotlight asks whether we can successfully deliver lenacapavir without the trusted pathways decimated by… Read more »
April 22
South Africa: From Addiction to Mentorship - The Transformative Journey of Tshepo Tlapu
Tshepo Tlapu, a former elite cricket prospect, spiralled into addiction, homelessness and life on a dumpsite before finding his way back. Today, he's a mentor, educator and… Read more »
November 04, 2025
South Africa: Withdrawal of US Aid Has Hurt South Africa's HIV Management Programme
Number of viral load tests is significantly lower than expected. Read more »
August 27, 2025
South Africa: Students Out in the Cold As Nsfas Faces R10.6bn Budget Shortfall for Universities
The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) has revealed it has a R10.6bn budget shortfall for universities in the 2025 academic year. Read more »
South Africa: Jannie Mouton Foundation's R7.2bn Curro Bid Could Redefine Private Education
A mega donation deal may turn Curro into a non-profit, opening doors for lower-income learners, but current Curro parents shouldn't expect cheaper fees anytime soon. Read more »
July 14, 2025
South Africa: Lekker Brekker Monday - Welsh Rarebit
The Welsh Rarebit we make today probably has little in common with the original dish, first called Welsh Rabbit, that was conceived in the first half of the 18th century among… Read more »
June 26, 2025
Mozambique: Death in Mozambique After US Funding Cuts - A Health System Crumbles
After the abrupt termination of American aid, the health system in central Mozambique descended into chaos. Read more »
