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Masculinity needs to be encouraged in society, but toxic masculinity needs to be eradicated.

That’s according to actor, comedian and men’s health advocate, Siv Ngesi.

We’re into the last few days of Men’s Health Awareness month, where the goal is to speak up on issues facing men – mentally and physically.

Men are also empowered to prioritise their health and well-being by going for regular medical check-ups.

In conversation with Aden Thomas on Heart Breakfast this morning, Ngesi says the world is trying to take away the traits that make men, men…


Clinical expert, Ernst van Rensburg, says oftentimes men place pressure on themselves by mistaking illness and vulnerability, as weaknesses …