24 June 2013
Joining against crime
Community demands clean water
The people of Skaaprus, almost 10km away from Ermelo, get their water from a stream they share with animals. “We have been struggling to get clean water for the past 25 years,” said Thabsile Bongwe, 57 years old. “The ward…
In praise of support groups
Putting a ring on it helps close HIV loop
Marriage apparently has a condom effect, with the HIV rate amongst married South Africans half that that of unmarried people. Almost one-fifth (19.2%) of unmarried South Africans are living with HIV as opposed to 9.8% of married people. In addition,…
Local clinics extend working hours
Local clinics in the Msukaligwa municipality have extended their working hours to accommodate the growing population in the area. They did this to accommodate those who are unable to attend the clinic between 7am and 4pm because of their jobs…