Runners from across the globe gathered at their respective chapters for the annual Wings for Life World Run. MARISKA MORRIS, sponsored by Budget Rent a Car southern Africa, ran for those who can’t. Under the blazing Centurion sun, South Africans gathered at the SuperSport Park on Sunday, May 6, for...

How can wheelchair users manage wrist pain? William George recommends solutions, from medication to lifestyle changes. Many wheelchair users rely on their arms to carry out daily activities, which include moving around and weight-bearing activities. However, these can take their toll and result in severe wrist pain. There are both simple...

Motorised or power wheelchairs come in different forms and sizes, and with a plethora of options. It is important for wheelchair users to do their research and to consult an occupational therapist before making this big purchase. These are some of the fundamentals to consider. Powered or motorised wheelchairs, as...

The annual Hope-Mandeville Disability Career Expo partnered with the South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC) to host the 2018 SABC Disability Summit, with various representatives from the disability sector in attendance including the SAB Foundation. MARISKA MORRIS reports. Entrepreneurs with disabilities, organisations for people with disabilities and students with disabilities gathered at...

For almost 40 years, the accessible parking disc situation in South Africa has been uncoordinated. Will it ever get better? In the 38 years that I have been a person with a disability, South Africa has experienced a disjointed and uncoordinated parking disc system. The process was cumbersome: we first...

South African para athletes from across the country gathered in Bloemfontein in March to showcase their talent at the 2018 SASAPD National Championships. The South African Sports Association for Physically Disabled (SASAPD) and Visually Impaired hosted its National Championship from March 28 to April 3. About 790 para athletes, along...