An artist’s lens on the wonders of the world brings science to life
A better understanding of science among ordinary people validates the vast amounts of public funds spent on scientific research.
Primary Results
How South Africa is denying refugees their rights: what needs to change
The policy and law applying to refugees and asylum seekers in South Africa is largely progressive. But, in practice, they continue to endure hardship and unfair treatment by officials.
The Ebola virus can ‘hide out’ in the brain after treatment and cause recurrent infections
Although treatments for Ebola have helped many people overcome this deadly disease, the virus can persist in the brain and cause a lethal relapse.
How are nurses becoming infected with Ebola?
American nurse Nina Pham is the second health worker to contract Ebola outside of West Africa while caring for patients with the virus, despite using personal protective equipment. Authorities were quick…
The biggest infectious disease threat we face isn’t Ebola – it’s our short attention span
A year ago, Dr Kent Brantly became the first person treated for Ebola in the US. The director of Emory University’s Serious Communicable Disease Unit looks back at we have – and haven’t – learned.
Women traditional leaders could help make sure the pandemic message is heard
Female traditional leaders are an important community bloc that needs to be utilised more often.
Africa’s missing Ebola outbreaks
Cold War, dictators and cover-ups – Ebola’s secret history.
How regionalism has helped Africa manage the COVID‑19 pandemic
An effective regional approach to combating COVID-19 has seen Africa avoid the worst so far.
How to revive African tourism after the COVID‑19 pandemic
Even though parts of the global tourism sector have started recovering from COVID-19 restrictions, tourists may still feel that home is safer than abroad. This can be beneficial for domestic tourism.
Malaria still kills 1,100 a day. It can’t afford to lose resources to coronavirus
If not addressed, there will be many more deaths from malaria and other diseases, indirectly linked to COVID-19 disruptions.
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