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Educating Children Who Need Added Support

The demand for special needs education in South Africa is growing, with thousands of children with learning barriers waiting for spots in facilities where they can thrive within their specific contexts.

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The Gift Of Life

Giving blood is one of the easiest ways to do your bit for society. Caryn Gootkin finds out everything you need to know.

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The Driving Force

Without energy, both the local and global economies would grind to a halt. Puseletso Mompei talks to some of South Africa’s top female leaders in the energy sector, and finds out what the future holds for women’s advancement.

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Where Are The Real Skills Shortages?

South Africa has a skills shortage, says Kerry Dimmer. But are we training for the jobs in demand?

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City Of Joburg Goes Back To Basics

Underinvestment in infrastructure development, especially in most regions of Africa, hampers economic growth in those regions.

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Incubating Success

Megan Ellis looks at how business incubators and accelerators are helping entrepreneurs survive in a tough environment.

Could We Be World Leaders?

What will it take for South Africa to become an R&D and manufacturing leader in the world of renewable energy? By James Francis.

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Where Does SA’s Energy Future Lie?

With changing customer requirements, an increased focus on renewables and a desire for improved service delivery, the country’s energy needs are changing, and Eskom will need to change too if it is to remain a key player.

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Helping A Child Who Struggles To Read

South African children are in the throes of a literacy crisis. Mandy Collins finds out what to do if your child is battling with reading.

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Forging A New Path

Women are no longer willing to accept the roles traditionally assigned to them, they are blazing new trails, writes Puseletso Mompei.

Staying Active In Winter

When it’s cold, it’s easier to chill and watch telly with a bag of popcorn than it is to work out. Tamara Oberholster looks at why it’s worth getting active and how to keep motivated.

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The Great Homework Debate

An increasing number of schools around the world are doing away with post-school assignments. South Africa is no exception, writes Miriam Mannak.

For Sustainability

During her budget speech earlier this year, Minister Edna Molewa shared that the environmental sector continues to be a source and facilitator of investment, job creation, entrepreneurship and skills development – in line with the key objectives of the National Development Plan (NDP).

Lets Get Moving!

When it comes to physical activity, modern children spend a lot less time moving than their parents did. Subashni Govender finds out just how much exercise your child should be getting.

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Give Your Body A Boost

Ideally we should all eat food so rich in micronutrients that our immune systems are well nourished. Generally we don’t though, and we need supplements to keep healthy, writes Caryn Gootkin.

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The Fine Art Of Delegation

The most difficult part of managing involves relinquishing control. Mandy Collins finds out how you know when to let go.

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Finding The Right School

Gone are the days when children simply attended the school nearest to their home. Parents are faced with a range of choices, and that can make selecting the right school quite difficult, writes Subashni Govender.

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Funding Fiasco: Junior Miners In A Jam

Junior miners struggle to access funding for project development.

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The Real Cost Of Flu

Flu can have serious implications for productivity and profit if significant numbers of the workforce are laid low.

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Ripped & Ready

World champion swimmer Cameron van der Burgh tells Kevin McCallum about what it takes to stay ahead, how working full-time is good for you, and how he’s working on his beach body.