What lies behind the sick note

The country is wrestling with a problem very few are even aware of A problem that is difficult to see at ground level and is better observed from a more elevated position, where patterns and impacts are clearer.

As detailed in an article in last Friday’s edition, mental health in the workplace is an emerging crisis in the country, one that is ignored, overlooked or dismissed by those in a position to do something.

Everyday, thousands of employees turn in sick notes or make other excuses to avoid work due to any of one of the numerous manifestations of poor mental health. Absenteeism in the workplace and poor productivity are the impact at ground level, but climb higher in your observation deck and you may see the impact at national economy level.

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Congratulations Anicia Gaothuse!

The contest had 10 beautiful young girls as finalists and unfortunately only one could wear the crown.The judges picked Anicia Gaothuse. To all those who feel their contestant should have won ahead of Anicia for whatever reason, hardly; the judges found Anicia to be the best among the best, so desist from disrespecting our newly crowned queen on social media or anywhere else, for that matter! Each of the 10 beautiful young women had supporters...

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