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‘No work, no pay’—Limpopo officials warn healthcare workers on planned strike
Ndivhuwo Mukwevho
The Limpopo Department of Health says a strike planned for 8 March is unprotected. Workers who participate could face disciplinary action. But health workers from seven unions refuse to budge on a dispute over working hours.
#Covid-19: 67,000 health workers vaccinated in 10 days
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The plan to vaccinate South Africa’s health workers and other front line staff is proving to be a success, according to government data.
#Covid-19: Giving birth during a pandemic creates a slew of challenges
Soligah Solomons
Labour and the first few weeks of a baby’s life are already a time of great vulnerability. For mothers who gave birth during the Covid-19 pandemic, this time was even more challenging.
#Covid-19: Oxygen Emergency Taskforce launched as Africa struggles with shortage
Ndivhuwo Mukwevho
As the demand for oxygen soars across the world during the Covid-19 pandemic, the World Health Organisation says there is a growing shortage in Africa and Latin America.
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