When belief becomes the deadliest diagnosis
JOSHUA AWESOME
April 15, 2025
While on a recent working trip, I watched an inflight movie that discussed healthcare and psychology with academic rigour. One evidence-based case study featured in a leading medical journal detailed a patient initially diagnosed with lung cancer who died three months later. Surprisingly, while his symptoms suggested liver carcinoma, an autopsy revealed his liver was […]
How politics shapes behaviour and mental health
JOSHUA AWESOMEFebruary 17, 2025
In the intricate web of global politics, decisions made by influential leaders often extend beyond national borders, shaping the socio-political and psychological landscapes of communities worldwide. A pertinent example is the series of executive orders issued by President Donald Trump, which not only reshaped domestic policies but also sent ripples across the international community. To […]
Beyond Aid – Africa’s road to true independence
JOSHUA AWESOMEFebruary 12, 2025
In a world shaped by geopolitical maneuvering, economic dependencies, and development aid, the potential shutdown of USAID under President Donald Trump’s leadership has reignited a pressing conversation: Can Africa truly stand on its own? The U.S. Agency for International Development, which provided aid to 130 countries in 2023, has been at the center of discussions […]
Building better workplaces together
JOSHUA AWESOMEFebruary 4, 2025
“The difference between a good workplace and a truly exceptional one lies in how leaders harness human behaviour to inspire discretionary effort — when people willingly go above and beyond, not because they have to, but because they want to” — Siphiwe Moyo As February 19-20 2025 approaches, my anticipation for the “Building Better […]