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Aisha Abdool Karim

Aisha Abdool Karim

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Journalist, Freelance

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.

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Science and MedicinePublic Health

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Sex advice, technology, quantum physics

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Content

Total articles 373

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

Freelancer.com is the largest freelancing and crowdsourcing marketplace in the world, connecting over 81 million employers and freelancers across more than 247 countries. Founded in 2009 and based in Sydney, Australia, the platform allows employers to post jobs while freelancers can bid on these projects. It is publicly traded on the Australian Securities Exchange under the ticker ASX:FLN. The platform supports a variety of work categories, including software development, writing, design, and marketing. Freelancer.com also offers contests for creative work, where employers can award prize money to winning entries. Users can choose from different membership plans, including free and paid subscriptions, which provide various benefits. The mobile app enhances project management and communication for users on the go. With a diverse customer base that includes individuals, small businesses, and large enterprises, Freelancer.com plays a significant role in the global online economy.

De Pere, Wisconsin, United States

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