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Communities battle mosquitoes after Limpopo floodsÂ
Israel Nkuna
Experts warn that malaria transmission may still be high 4-8 weeks after the rain subsides.
Human Rights Commission to investigate Seshego water crisisÂ
Moyahabo Mabeba
The municipality confirmed reports of discoloured water affecting certain households in Seshego.
Western Cape refuses to employ community health workers on a permanent basis
Nkosemntu Stuurman
For decades, CHWs have been functioning as part-time workers, employed on a contractual basis, earning stipends, with no pension benefits.
Daily trek up a mountain to collect firewood for villagers without electricity
Bernard Chiguvare
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Municipality cleans Hluvukani waste sites after Health-e News exposé
Eksoda Mazibuko
Bushbuckridge Local Municipality embark on a clean-up operation following our reporting.
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