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On 1 February, Gauteng’s healthcare workers will be first to receive the Covid-19 vaccine. But, as President Cyril Ramaphosa’s speech to world leaders shows, securing vaccines for the rest of the country is ongoing.
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What does a feminist approach to the Covid-19 vaccine rollout look like? The head of the Soul City Institute has the answer.
Health Minister Dr Zweli Mkhize says that civil society organisations will be crucial in spreading accurate information about the Covid-19 vaccine.
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‘Degrading, humiliating, and distressing’ – Section 59 investigation finds medical schemes racially profiled black health practitioners. The findings of investigation stemming from allegations from black doctors were released this week, despite attempts to block in in court.
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A global study of the new coronavirus variant, 501Y.V2, shows that the virus may be resistant to existing vaccines. As scientists warn of increased infections due to the variant, South Africa records hospital admissions doubling in second wave, while the coronavirus also transmits much faster.
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A Soweto family wants answers after staff at the Bheki Mlanngeni hospital said their mother died of COVID-19, but her death certificate states otherwise.
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Learners have welcomed the Basic Education Department’s decision to postpone the reopening of schools by two weeks but they fear for their safety.
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With sexual offences committed against children on the rise, parents worry constantly about keeping their children safe. One expert suggests starting with uncomplicated messaging at home.
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Closed land borders and limited funerals — South Africans remain under tight pandemic restrictions
South Africans will have to get used to restrictions as Covid-19 regulations remain in place. In an address, President Cyril Ramaphosa outlined the adjusted rules on funerals, beaches and cross-border travel.
As Covid-19 infections strain facilities in Gauteng, Premier David Makhura visited the hospital at the centre of the struggle against the pandemic. The wave of infections also prompted officials to reopen field hospitals.
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Ransomware attacks are on the increase globally as criminals exploit gaps in hospital software security as well as IT weaknesses.
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Government appeals to calm as Covid-19 infections pass 20 000 in 24 hours. The country has logged over 800 daily Coronavirus deaths for the first time since the outbreak, while new cases also hit a record high. Still, a vaccine announcement could bring hope.