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Reporting medical negligence – a practical guide
Ndivhuwo Mukwevho
When covering stories about medical malpractice journalists need to be mindful of the tone they use and the words they choose to ensure ethical reporting.
This new technology can help South African schools still struggling with pit latrines
Ndivhuwo Mukwevho
The Amalooloo Waterless Sanitation System brings safe and sustainable sanitation to learners around the country. The technology offers a solution to areas and schools that do not have access to water.
Gauteng Covid-19 figures don’t add up while Western Cape faces surge
Bibi-Aisha Wadvalla
Health Minister Mkhize orders Gauteng Health Department to “reconcile their data” after embarrassing contradictions in the number of new cases versus recoveries. In the meantime, Western Cape premier issues warning over increased cases.
Choosing between a baby and a stipend—breastfeeding teachers cut maternity leave to save jobs
Teboho Setlofane
Grade-R teachers in the Free State are foregoing their maternity leave, for fear of losing their jobs. The women say they are forced to leave their new-born babies to earn a stipend.
Province scrambles to fill vacant positions at Gauteng hospitals
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The Gauteng Department of Health is trying to fill more than a dozen senior management positions in hospitals across the province. The vacancies come after several managers were removed due to issues including corruption and mismanagement.
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Despite youth-friendly policies, many teens say clinics are hostile environments
The government is implementing the Adolescent and Youth-Friendly Services, or Youth Zones, where learners wearing school uniforms are fast-tracked.
Orange Farm taxi rank clinic brings health services closer to where men are
The clinic was established following discussions between the Orange Farm United Taxi Association and the City of Johannesburg following concerns of HIV and TB among taxi drivers.
Our children are telling us something is wrong
Cheap, ultra-processed foods have become the most affordable and accessible option for struggling families.
Families desperate for help as rehab services remain out of reach
Despite the rehab centre being among the cheapest in the area, the family is struggling to keep up with the costs.