Priya Naidoo
Priya Naidoo leads health and science coverage for the gazette at Insight Africa Reports, working from Durban. She oversees reporting on public health, medical research and science policy, translating technical findings into practical context for readers. Her work highlights community health disparities, clinical developments and science-driven solutions across South Africa.
Articles by this author
South Africa's Government Expands Special Economic Zones as Core Industrial Policy Tool
Government signals renewed regulatory focus on SEZ performance and expanded geographic footprint
Border Authority Processes 73,000 Deportations; Court Faces Impeachment Challenge
Repatriation operations surge while courts examine presidential impeachment and national identity debate emerges
South Africa's Central Bank Weighs Rate Hike as Inflation Exceeds Expectations
Central bank faces decision on monetary tightening as inflation data reshapes policy outlook
South Africa's Court Challenges Bank Role in Verifying Welfare Payments
Court ruling challenges government's reliance on banks for welfare eligibility assessments.
South Africa's VC Returns Match Global Standards, Study Finds
Research documents strong exit performance and economic impact across South Africa's venture ecosystem.
South Africa's Rugby Events Expose Gaps in Anti-Discrimination Enforcement
Regulatory inconsistency and constitutional interpretation challenge South Africa's post-apartheid governance framework
African Development Bank Convenes Policymakers on Economic Resilience Strategy
Multilateral institutions push integrated policy framework for African trade and resilience
Beijing Summit Locks in China's Governance Role in Africa's Development Push
Institutional frameworks and accountability mechanisms shape China-Africa cooperation agenda
Police Watchdog Launches Probe Into Custody Death; SAPS Challenges Social Media Narrative
Oversight agencies coordinate investigation following death of detainee in Tshwane police custody.
Abu Dhabi Oil Giant's $1 Billion South Africa Acquisition Triggers Regulatory Review
State-backed fuel retailer enters South Africa market under strict equity and pricing rules.
Africa's Voice Critical in Setting AI Governance Standards, SAP Official Warns
Rwandan president's appointment signals Africa's elevated role in shaping global AI regulation.
South Africa Charts Digital Oversight as Tech Giants Expand Presence
Government pursues data sovereignty rules as tech firms invest billions in cloud infrastructure
South Africa's Digital Push: Government Sets Policy Framework for Tech-Driven Growth
Regulatory framework and data sovereignty emerge as central to South Africa's tech sector expansion.
Cape Town secures inaugural African coworking conference; city backs 2026 event as economi
Municipality formalizes support role for continent's first global coworking conference in 2026.
South Africa's Obesity Epidemic Requires Medical Response, Not Stigma, Experts Warn
Misconceptions and stigma hinder treatment access for millions facing weight-related health risks.
South Africa's Political Forecasts Collapse; Governance Outlook Now Uncertain
Three competing futures shape South Africa's governance and economic trajectory through 2034.
Global Powers Set Framework for Africa's Clean Cooking Transition by 2026
International leaders convene to assess clean cooking commitments and chart expanded action across the continent.
DA Demands Oversight Overhaul as South Africa Confronts Governance Crisis
DA leader outlines five-pillar governance agenda as South Africa's political alignment shifts.
AfriForum's R3m BEE Deal Raises Governance and Accountability Questions
Investment through ANC-linked firm exposes governance gaps at civil rights organisation.
South Africa Braces for Winter Blackout Crisis as Eskom Capacity Crumbles
Analysts warn of potential winter blackouts as Eskom's fragile infrastructure faces seasonal demand surge
South Africa's Wealth Flight: Why Citizens Are Abandoning Banks for Digital Assets
Investors shift capital toward gold and crypto amid economic instability and currency weakness.
Security Guard's Heroic Stand Prevents Greater Tragedy in San Diego Mosque Attack
Teenage gunmen kill three at San Diego mosque before taking their own lives.