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The Bellflower
"The only true wisdom is in knowing you know nothing" - Socrates


Millennial Capitalism and the Rise of Online Sports Gambling
As formal work loses its power to define value and identity, sports betting emerges as a symbol of millennial capitalism. Framed by advertisers as a skill-based, empowering activity, it resonates with those sidelined by the economic order. This isn’t just gambling; it’s a challenge to the system, a speculative claim to dignity in a market that has little left to offer.
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Integration of the HIV M&E System
Health-related data is collected every day throughout the different levels of the health system so that it can be used by actors within...
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Reaching Men in the HIV Epidemic: Building Inclusive Strategies
HIV continues to be a global health crisis, yet efforts to tackle the epidemic often leave men behind. Despite national strategies and...
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Existing Health Information Systems and Lessons from India and China
South Africa’s fragmented health information systems hinder efficient healthcare delivery and clinician engagement.
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Strategic Purchasing Under South Africa's NHI: Challenges and Theoretical Insights
The introduction of the National Health Insurance (NHI) fundamentally reshapes the government's role in healthcare. Traditionally, the...
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From Hits to Edits: How the Streaming Era Leaves Us Longing for Permanence
Music's fleeting nature in the digital era frustrates fans longing for permanence and emotional connection amid constant edits and updates.
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Beyond Individual Responsibility: Challenging the Moralistic Narrative of Sustainable Fashion
Fast fashion encompasses a business model focused on the production and sale of low-cost clothing collections that emulate current...
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From Echo Chambers to Extreme Views: The Mechanics of Online Polarization
Explore the polarizing effect of social media on public opinion and news consumption. Understand how echo chambers form and their influence.
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Leveraging Rights for Livelihoods: Charting a Human Rights Path for Curio Traders
A trip to V.F Zambia revealed the plight of curio traders, highlighting the inequality in tourism and a need for inclusive economic reforms.
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The Incoherent State of HIV/AIDS Development Initiatives in South Africa
Current plans fail to address the complex realities of HIV/AIDS. Embracing complexity thinking is key to achieving developmental goals.
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An Overview of Complex Adaptive Systems
"Complex Adaptive Systems offer a framework to manage social complexities, emphasizing self-organization and feedback in tackling the HIV.
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Presenting Complexity Theory
Moving beyond biomedical responses, complexity theory emphasizes community-driven, systemic approaches to end AIDS by 2030 in South Africa.
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How much Intersectionality is enough Intersectionality?
At its core, intersectionality is a concept that elucidates the intersection of systems of oppression. When Kimberlé Crenshaw coined the...
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