- Preferences for mobile HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis delivery among young men with alcohol use in rural South Africa: A discrete choice experimentBackground: Young men who use alcohol have an elevated risk for HIV in South Africa but have low engagement with pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP). Objectives: We conducted a discrete choice experiment (DCE) to explore preferences for mobile…

- Barriers and facilitators to implementation of Universal Test and Treat in iLembe District, KwaZulu-Natal province: A qualitative study of healthcare workers’ perspectivesBackground: South Africa adopted the Universal Test and Treat (UTT) policy in 2016 to accelerate progress towards achieving the Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS) 90–90–90 targets, which were later revised to UNAIDS…

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- Notification: Concluding Article of Special Collection Published!Our special collection 'Belhar40' ends with 'Gendered images of God in the Belhar Confession (1986)' by Christina Landman. Read it now: Vol 82, No 2 (2026) . To create a new collection, contact special-issues@aosis.co.za

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- Operation 3i’ s Advancing Pharmaceutical Services innovate, integrate, improve: Call for AbstractThe healthcare landscape is undergoing great transformation, driven by rapid technological advancements, evolving healthcare policies, and the increasing need for integrated, patient-centred pharmaceutical services. This landscape brings…

- Influenza vaccination: a practical update for pharmacistsWorldwide, seasonal influenza epidemics and sporadic influenza pandemics result in high morbidity and mortality rates. The immunocompromised, individuals with chronic health conditions, older adults, infants and pregnant women are most at…

- Diabetes managementDiabetes mellitus (DM) is a chronic, heterogeneous metabolic disorder characterised by persistent hyperglycaemia resulting from impaired insulin secretion, insulin resistance, or both. The major clinical types include type 1 diabetes…

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- Syntech and Acer Expand Distribution Partnership to Bring Acer Nitro Gaming Laptops to South AfricaSyntech Distribution and Acer are pleased to announce the expansion of our distribution partnership. The post Syntech and Acer Expand Distribution Partnership to Bring Acer Nitro Gaming Laptops to South Africa appeared first on Syntech .

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- Contagious Releases 2026 Brands ReportContagious has released the Contagious Brands Report 2026, spotlighting 45 brands from around the world considered to be rule-breakers that challenge category conventions and stand out.

- Dis-Chem releases Freedom for Heritage DayDis-Chem has released Freedom , an anthem aimed at celebrating the joy of movement, to inspire all South Africans on Heritage Day, and every day to move more and reach for Better Health.

- Building a Data Profile: A Q&A With Melissa Mc Nally — Part Twomedia update continues the conversation with Melissa Mc Nally, shifting focus to understanding what makes advertising effective, from the role of attention and memory to the factors that influence consumer action.

Lessons from 13 years of diabetesLiving with diabetes can make it hard to take a step back and look at the journey so far. Nikita Sweeney took some time to reflect on 13 years of managing diabetes, what she’s learnt and what her hopes are for the future. What do you wish…
How to read a food labelDo you know how to read a food label? If you’re living with diabetes – Type 1 or Type 2 – it’s important to know what kind of food you’re eating. We’ve made it as easy as possible! As part of our collaboration with Healthy Jozi , we were…
The reality of kidney transplants in South AfricaThe process to get a transplant of any kind is quite a complicated process, which is unsurprising! One community member shared her story of life after a kidney and pancreas transplant , but she was one of the lucky ones. Keep reading to…
- Responsible Strategies for Converting Personal Assets into Cash During Urgent TimesIn challenging financial moments, people often look beyond conventional lending to find faster solutions. In Johannesburg, many individuals have started exploring quick cash options used in Joburg as a way to deal with pressing expenses…

- How Vehicle Branding Boosts Local Small Business VisibilitySmall businesses constantly search for smart, cost-effective ways to stand out in crowded markets. While online advertising continues to grow, many local brands overlook one of the most powerful offline visibility tools available: vehicle…

- Emotional Disconnection, Substance Use, and Rebuilding Healthy Coping SkillsEmotional disconnection is often subtle and gradual. Many people don’t realize they are emotionally detached until it starts affecting their relationships or daily functioning. It can feel like a persistent distance between one’s inner…

NISC welcomes a New Editor-in-Chief“I am excited about the future of the journal and am committed to helping continue the ever-improving trajectory it has established over the past few years under the Editorship of Dr James Bennett,” said Dr Pieter Swanepoel…
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- South Africa: The true scale of violence against women remains unclearIn response to the release of the quarterly crime statistics, Amnesty International South Africa Executive Director Shenilla Mohamed said: “Despite a slight decrease in the number of reported sexual offences, including rape, the number of…

- Israel/OPT: South Africa ICJ submission must spur states to press Israel to end its genocide in GazaThe Republic of South Africa’s submission of evidence to the International Court of Justice (ICJ) documenting Israel’s non-compliance with legally binding provisional orders issued by the court in the case concerning allegations of…

- South Africa: Vote for Human Rights and AccountabilityWith the local government elections scheduled to take place on 4 November 2026, Amnesty International South Africa is calling on voters to vote for human rights and accountability. High levels of dissatisfaction with service delivery and…
