insert_link Lifestyle Geingob’s Transparency Helps to Break Stigma Regarding Men’s Health By Vitalio Angula When the Presidency issued a press release two weeks ago regarding President Geingob being diagnosed with “cancerous cells” it sent shock waves amongst citizens, the media and political commentators alike. In a country were machismo is still deeply rooted in the culture of what a man ought to be, certain sectors of society applauded Geingob for his transparency regarding his health and took it as a reassurance […] todayJanuary 29, 2024 86
insert_link Health / Medical Embarking on a fulfilling and purpose-driven professional journey is akin to painting a vibrant picture Embarking on a fulfilling and purpose-driven professional journey is akin to painting a vibrant picture. It involves seamlessly blending the elements of feeling good, work goals, and personal dreams into a harmonious composition. Psychological Counsellor Marcella Katjijova sheds light on the synergy between setting meaningful goals, integrating them into daily work life, and prioritizing overall well-being. todayJanuary 29, 2024 42
insert_link Interview Transcripts INTERVIEW: Marcella Katjijova Shares Insights on Achieving Work-Life Harmony By-Leonard Witbeen In a recent discussion, Marcella Katjijova delves into the often-discussed but elusive concept of work-life balance. Recognizing the widespread anxiety and stress associated with achieving this equilibrium, Katjijova offers a fresh perspective that emphasizes the importance of work-life harmony. Katjijova challenges the conventional notion of work-life balance, which implies an equal split between professional and personal life. She contends that this simplistic view doesn't always align with the […] todayJanuary 29, 2024 19
insert_link Health / Medical EXCLUSIVE: Beatrice Masilingi: A Journey of Resilience, Ambition, and Inspiration January 29, 2024/Leonard Witbeen Beatrice Masilingi has become a symbol of inspiration and resilience in the world of sports, particularly in athletics. Her meteoric rise from the challenges of 2020 to becoming a trailblazer for young women is nothing short of remarkable. In a recent interview withFuture Media News' Leonard Witbeen, Beatrice shares insights into her thoughts on fellow athlete Sha'Carri Richardson, her experiences with different sprint distances, and her […] todayJanuary 29, 2024 20
insert_link Lifestyle J.M. Coetzee’s provocative first book turns 50 this year – and his most controversial turns 25 Photo of J.M. Coetzee: Laterthanyouthink, via Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA Andrew van der Vlies, University of Adelaide J.M. Coetzee, one of the leading novelists of our age, turns 84 this year. Last year, he published The Pole and Other Stories, his 18th book (excluding volumes of criticism, commentary, letters and translations). Its flowering of mature style confirms that this writer remains at the top of his game. Coetzee celebrates another […] todayJanuary 26, 2024 15
insert_link Business / Economics The green-eyed monster: How embracing jealousy at work can make you more productive Organizations are often the perfect breeding grounds for jealousy or fearing the loss of a valued relationship. (Shutterstock) Meena Andiappan, McMaster University and Lucas Dufour, Toronto Metropolitan University Instances of negative emotions, such as jealousy, are frequent in the workplace. Perhaps your boss just complimented your co-worker on a job well done while ignoring your contributions to a project. Or maybe your new mentee asked to transfer to another supervisor. […] todayJanuary 26, 2024 37
insert_link Lifestyle Responsible, human-centred approach – key to using GenAI in education By Shakeel Jhazbhay, General Manager, Digital Business Solutions at DatacentrixIn the ever-evolving realm of educational technology, Generative AI (GenAI) is emerging as a transformative force poised to reshape the education sector. However, exploring the benefits and drawbacks of GenAI is crucial for a comprehensive grasp of its suitable applications and potential impact. In retrospect: the use of technology in education over time In order to gain context around the use […] todayJanuary 26, 2024 22
insert_link Health / Medical How both health and safety are compromised for people living with long COVID and intimate partner violence Shutterstock Kate Fitz-Gibbon, Monash University; Benjamin Scott, Monash University; Jasmine McGowan, Monash University, and Naomi Pfitzner, Monash University What happens when a person is experiencing long COVID and intimate partner violence at the same time? There has been no attention paid to this question anywhere in the world since the onset of the pandemic in 2020. This is staggering, given previous research shows women who are victim-survivors of intimate partner […] todayJanuary 25, 2024 10
insert_link Business / Economics Women lifestyle influencers are changing the face of the far right – podcast By Avery Anapol When you think about the far right, you probably picture groups of young, white men carrying images of swastikas or torches like those seen at the Unite the Right rally in Charlottesville, Virginia in 2017. But the face of the far right is changing, at least on social media. In this episode of The Conversation Weekly podcast, we hear about new research into a cohort […] todayJanuary 25, 2024 14