August is Women's Month in South Africa, a time to both celebrate women and to confront the many issues that women face. One of these is financial freedom. To help other young women become more financially independent from an early age, Nomi Bodlani, head of strategic markets at Allan Gray, reflects on common personal finance and…
Vehicle batteries used in cars, trucks and motorcycles, have limited lifespans (which will vary depending on the brand and type of battery). Once car batteries reach the end of their life, they are 95% recyclable. This presents battery manufacturers with a unique opportunity to create a circular economy with an item that otherwise harms the…
82% non-compliance
Burt Rodrigues CEO of Biodx and dermatologist, Dr Selwyn Schwartz, gives their insight into hand sanitisers
"The latest research carried out by accredited laboratory SciCorp in KwaZulu-Natal has shown that out of 11 hand sanitisers, 9 bought from stores and 2 samples given out at the entrance to a mall or shop, 5 were found to be…
After more than 140 days of coronavirus restrictions, including a hard lockdown, South Africans are starting to allow cracks to form in their protective Coronavirus armour as their willpower starts to wane.
In recent weeks a surge in snaps and videos of family gatherings, braais with friends, neighbourhood get-togethers and birthday bashes have surfaced on…
By: Louis van Wyk, Chief Technology Officer of MiWay Insurance
With the majority of the world’s population confined indoors for many months, 2020 has seen a huge surge in internet usage, with work, school and shopping all migrating to the online sphere in light of stringent lockdown measures. Yet, while the web has been a…
Breast milk is the best food for babies. The World Health Organization (WHO) recommends exclusive breastfeeding for the first six months of an infant’s life, andcontinued breastfeeding with complementary foods for up to two years of age.1
Key findings in the most recent World Health Organisation report and South Africa Demographic and Health Survey showed that…
What causes skin to age?
When skin ages, we see intrinsic signs of ageing (from within), such wrinkles, loose / sagging skin, thinning skin, and increased skin sensitivity. The cause of intrinsic skin ageing includes genetics, hormonal changes, stress and lack of sleep. The extrinsic signs of ageing include uneven skin tone, brown spots, visible…
With some of us already slowly returning back to our offices after our nationwide lockdown air quality is definitely something businesses will need to consider to ensure the peace of mind and safety of employees.
With this in mind, please see the below piece title “6 Things you need to know about the air quality…
The COVID-19 lockdown locally, and worldwide, has disrupted people's lives immeasurably and people's anxiety levels are skyrocketing. Of particular concern are the elderly who are not only at higher risk of contracting the virus, but are equally more predisposed to mental health conditions during this stressful period. Auria Senior Living – a leading developer and…
By: Nthabiseng Moloi, Head of Marketing and Brand at MiWay Insurance
With unnecessary splurging all but impossible in light of the current phased lockdown, we are suddenly presented with a unique and unprecedented opportunity to take stock of our monthly expenditure. With social distancing becoming our new normal, now is the perfect time to reassess…