Illegal dumping turns Soshanguve schools into health hazards
The health risks posed by illegal dumping are preventable, but require urgent intervention.Â
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Mental health programme brings hope to young people in Orange Farm
Orange Farm was identified as a priority area due to high levels of depression, school dropout and suicide risk among adolescents.
Soshanguve learners risk safety crossing sewage-contaminated river to get to school
In addition to the fear of falling victim to crime, community members are worried about their exposure to raw sewage flowing in the river.Â
Delayed health assessments leave people with disabilities waiting for grant payoutsÂ
Disability grants are reassessed annually, meaning that every twelve months a beneficiary must undergo a medical review to remain eligible.
Four-year-old girl allegedly assaulted at Pholosong Hospital in Tsakane
The family says Ava has been restless and cries all the time since the incident.
Viral video of flooding at George Mukhari Hospital false and misleadingÂ
The department warns that reposting old videos with false claims creates unnecessary panic.
Jubilee Hospital faces ongoing water shortageÂ
The issue at Jubilee hospital is part of a broader water crisis in Hammanskraal, worsened by cable theft in the area. Â
Duduza residents demand action over water-filled pits
The rainwater that collects in these holes has become a playground for children from nearby communities who swim in these pits.
Mine dumps pose ongoing health threat in SowetoÂ
Mining companies must put up signs and take other measures to prevent people from accessing mine dumps.
Teen suicide is a growing crisis in schools
For parents, the loss of a child to teen suicide is a life-altering tragedy.
From loss to hope: Joburg family shines light on importance of organ donation
Warren Meyer died suddenly in 2024, his organs and tissue saved or improved the lives of 21 people.Â
Dementia patients at risk as families struggle without support
Dementia is more common in older adults. But, it is not a normal part of ageing.
Months into measles outbreak, Gauteng parents still hesitant on vaccines
Gauteng is the epicentre of the measles outbreak.
How a Tsakane community cooks and keeps warm with home-made coal
For just R30, they can buy three 20-litre buckets of duff, which produces double that amount in coal after processing.
Joburg sees 30% decline in HIV diagnoses due to U.S funding cutsÂ
Since the U.S funding cuts, more than 8,000 people have lost their jobs.