Komape family refused a pauper’s burial for their son
LIMPOPO - Two days after Michael Komape’s death in a school toilet, his family was offered a “pauper’s burial” by the Department of Social Development.
Ndivhuwo Mukwevho
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Komape trial re-opens wounds for his family
LIMPOPO - When Lydia Komape (27) even hears the name ‘Michael’ she experiences a surge of anger and sadness as it reminds her of her little brother who died at school when the pit toilet he was using collapsed, causing him to drown in faeces.
Family sues over poor sanitation following son’s death
LIMPOPO – More than a hundred residents gathered outside the Polokwane High Court on Monday morning to show their support of the family of six-year-old Michael Komape who are suing the Department of Education for the poor sanitation which lead to his death in 2014.
Villagers blame dirty river after malaria scare
LIMPOPO - After a rush of malaria cases were reported, rural villagers in Vhembe are blaming the illegal dumping of dirty nappies and dirty rivers for fuelling the spread of malaria-carrying mosquitos.
Neglect of mentally ill patients a serious concern
LIMPOPO - Families who refuse to look after mentally ill relatives, stigmatisation of the issue by communities, minimal patient visits and a shortage of water are plaguing the running of the Hayani Specialised Psychiatric Hospital, outside Thohoyandou.
Arrest opens wounds for victim’s family
LIMPOPO – Months after her daughter was murdered in an act of domestic violence, Joyce Rasilavhi said the arrest of the man who allegedly killed Portia Rasilavhi, 35, has re-opened wounds.
Centre helps rural grannies to stay healthy
LIMPOPO – Over 100 elderly women in rural Limpopo are being well looked after – given healthy food, regular health checks, good exercise and even education classes – thanks to the efforts of a single old age home.
Drop-in centre benefit from food parcels donation
LIMPOPO - About 60 rural orphans from Tsianda village Drop-in Centre, outside of Thohoyandou, sang and danced with joy when food parcels were dropped off for them at the Thohoyandou Indoor Sports Centre.
Domestic violence, rape & ritual killings plague Vhembe
LIMPOPO - Despite several campaigns and pleas by the residents, cases of domestic violence in the Vhembe district are on the increase.
Thirsty Vhembe villagers get fresh water
LIMPOPO - As water supply continues to be a challenge for most residents of rural Vhembe, the district municipality has spent R8-million on two water tankers and six cranes for the area.
Rural granny shares her healthy life secrets
LIMPOPO - Taking her medication correctly, regular exercise and healthy eating are the secrets to a good life according to Meriam Makhaya (70).
Domestic violence victim’s family fear for their lives
LIMPOPO – The family of a young woman – allegedly murdered by her boyfriend of only a few months ago – believe police have failed them, and now their lives too are in danger.