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Biography

Aisha Abdool Karim is a freelance journalist with a special interest in public health, infectious diseases, and science. She has been extensively covering the COVID-19 pandemic, telling compelling stories and weaving in complex science. She loves doing deep dives and breaking down technical medical information into accessible language. Prior to going freelance, Aisha was a senior health reporter at the Bhekisisa Centre for Health Journalism. She also made frequent appearances on Newzroom Afrika along with other local TV and radio stations to provide updates on the latest COVID-19 science. While she's passionate about long-form storytelling, Aisha also gained experience in breaking news reporting while working as a general reporter for Daily Maverick. She enjoys incorporating multimedia elements to her work, including infographics, photographs and short videos.

Content

Total articles 373

• Available on paid plans

  Signed and stalled: Critical healthcare deal in Gauteng teetering on the brink

  By Elri Voigt, Aisha Abdool Karim, Tiyese Jeranji, Ufrieda Ho

  Nov. 14, 2024

• Available on paid plans

  Women in SA could have access to a three-monthly HIV prevention ring by 2026

  By Ufrieda Ho, Aisha Abdool Karim, Tiyese Jeranji, Biénne Huisman

  Nov. 04, 2024

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  Dr Nikki Allorto is one of the only surgeons in KZN doing skin grafting - and she does powerlifting to keep her heart strong

  By Refilwe Mochoari, Aisha Abdool Karim, Sue Segar, Catherine Tomlinson

  Aug. 23, 2024

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Freelance

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