The Covid-19 pandemic overshadows the elderly’s day of celebrations
1 October is International Day for Older Persons. The Covid-19 pandemic has not only muted celebrations, it has highlighted the vulnerability of the elderly.
Ndivhuwo Mukwevho
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The first person cured of HIV has died
The First person cured of HIV has died. Known as the ‘Berlin Patient,’ the Timothy Ray Brown succumbed to leukemia but remained HIV-negative.
Illegal water connections leave a Limpopo hospital dry
Elim Hospital in Limpopo is in crisis over water shortages. The municipality says illegal water connections have tampered with the hospital’s supply, but villagers blame poor service delivery.
Gates foundation honours Africa CDC’s John Nkengasong for fight against Covid-19 pandemic
This year, the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation awarded Dr John Nkengasong the 2020 Goalkeeper Award. The prize recognises his role in curbing the spread of the coronavirus in Africa and his efforts to secure vaccines.
Lockdown forces a mother to live at a hospital for months while her son battles cancer
A mother determined to support her child as he battles cancer has moved into hospital. September is Childhood Cancer Awareness month, spotlighting the plight of children suffering from cancer and how their caregivers cope.
Life in prison for man who killed young doctor
A Limpopo high court handed down a life sentence to the man who killed an intern doctor Shongile Nkhwashu. Officials say the sentence sends a stern warning to perpetrators of gender based violence.
Civil society to monitor feeding scheme as more learners go back to school
Equal Education and Section 27 say they want to ensure the Basic Education Department is properly rolling out the National School Nutrition Programme. They say that while implementation has improved, gaps remain.
‘Clear indications of fraudulent activities’ in PPE procurement – Auditor-General
Auditor-General Kimi Makwetu has released a report on the spending of the government’s Covid-19 relief fund. The report found clear indications of fraudulent activities in PPE procurement specifically.
Approval of new treatment set to ease cancer burden
Health authorities approved the immunotherapy-based treatment Keytruda for more forms of cancer. It is used to treat certain cancers by working with the immune system.
Brain cancer survivor teaches healthy eating to prevent diseases in others
A Limpopo dietician, diagnosed with cancer as a teenager, learned how to use food to fight cancer. Now, she’s sharing her knowledge of nutrition with others.
Limpopo learners back to school amid concerns over Covid-19 preparedness
As learners return to the classroom in Limpopo, the basic education department says measures like staggered timetables will help prevent Covid-19. Still, school governing bodies concerned over sanitation and infrastructure.
How a Limpopo doctor went from studying by candlelight to owning her own practice
Seeing education as a way out of poverty, a Limpopo woman grew up studying by candlelight in a crowded shack. Today, she is a doctor and entrepreneur creating opportunities for others.