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Ofentse Mboweni is communications officer for the Grow Great campaign. He has a keen interest in South African politics and history, is an avid reader and loves anything to do with good hip-hop music, literature and afrofuturism. Described as a "blerd" and postmodernist by some, he prefers to be called OJ.
More than a quarter of children under five in South Africa are affected by stunting
Extending the child support grant into pregnancy will play a vital role in combating stunting and improving the prospects of children in South Africa
Financial support for pregnant mothers can help avoid the lifelong consequences of stunting, Minister Godongwana
Chronic malnutrition is ruining the future for thousands of children
Covid-19 has increased South Africa’s already dire child malnutrition levels, and the extension of the R350 special grant is not enough to change this
National dietary surveys estimate that 77% of children between the ages of six and 23 months do not receive a minimally acceptable diet
Community health workers need to be supported so that policies can be tangibly effective
The deputy president sought to allay concerns by outlining progress made in stabilising the situation in the platinum-rich province
Stunting affects the individual’s physical and cognitive development and economic growth
What exactly did Brian Mofele do at Eskom? Did he resign, retire or go on unpaid leave?
The former finance minister wants the state arms manufacturer to prove it is not acting in the interests of the controversial Gupta family.
Pimples depicts how the Gupta brothers captured everyone.
Durandt’s record in South African boxing is unmatched, having produced 95 champions.
Fuzile has been at the national treasury’s helm for six years and there are fears that his leaving will spark an exodus of experienced staff.
The decision taken at an emergency meeting follows President Jacob Zuma’s Cabinet reshuffle on Thursday.
Tribe fans Ofentse Mboweni and Luke Feltham revisited some of their favourite lines to reflect what these mean to them.
An affidavit filed by the social grants distributor details the correspondence between the company, Sassa and the social development minister.
Letsoalo was seconded to the Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa by Transport Minister Dipuo Peters last year.
Parliament says the report cannot be handled in the same manner as other documents usually given to the speaker of the National Assembly.
The finance minister will not make any presentations to the national director of public prosecutions, according to his legal team.
