Tawanda Makombo is a research analyst for the Centre For Risk Analysis (CRA). He is primarily involved in writing chapters for the Socio-Economic Survey of South Africa, a reference guide on major trends in various social and economic fields. Tawanda’s other responsibilities include writing opinion pieces, assisting in research projects and reports and liaising with the media. Tawanda holds an Honours in Business Management from the University of Limpopo.
[Opinion] The exponential rise of cellular phones in South African households
South Africa has witnessed a transformative shift in communication preferences over the past few years, with cellular phones becoming the preferred choice for the majority of households.
[Opinion] Nurse shortage crisis in South Africa
South Africa has been faced with a critical shortage of nurses, which has been worsening over the years, resulting in a number of challenges in providing quality healthcare.
Maternal healthcare improves, but more can be done
Over the past ten years, South Africa’s institutional maternal mortality ratio (IMMR) has declined.
[Opinion] Flush Out Injustice: South Africa’s Urgent Call for Sanitation Equality
In a nation that is working to advance and develop, it is depressing to realise that a significant portion of South African homes still do not have access to adequate sanitary facilities.