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On April 23, a 23-year-old pregnant woman, days away from her due date, was forced to leave a shelter provided by People Opposing Women Abuse (POWA) as the organisation shut its doors due to budget cuts. This closure is a direct consequence of the Gauteng Department of Social Development (GDSD)
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New healthcare apps powered by AI are being launched across Africa, helping to provide fast, affordable, and user-friendly medical advice and lifesaving treatment to thousands of people who may otherwise have not had access to it.
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Passing the Tobacco Control Bill would have substantial health benefits, reducing noncommunicable diseases and healthcare costs, and improving societal well-being.
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Palesa Matlala
Community health workers in South Africa face significant dangers while performing their duties in high-crime areas.
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