Muswani Village still without a clinic after 30 years
A resident says they’ve been asking for a clinic since the 1980s – but nothing has been done.
A resident says they’ve been asking for a clinic since the 1980s – but nothing has been done.
No new clinics have been built in the province since the 2013/2014 financial year.
Health minister Dr Aaron Motsoaledi criticised both the private security company and police for their handling of the situation.
"The department will comment thoroughly on the issue once all statements are gathered and there is a report, even at the preliminary stage."
Workers at the depot have raised serious concerns about the building's condition affecting their work and health.
Local health advocacy groups made called for a plan to reduce reliance on foreign assistance awards in future.
She walked from her home to the bus stop in the early hours of the morning.
At the time of the attack, the clinic was operating around the clock. The clinic will not resume 24-hour and weekend services for now.
The Limpopo health department has condemned the protest saying the action seeks to block access to vital healthcare services.
The suspect was released on parole in November 2024 and has already been linked to a series of crimes in the area, including an attempted robbery at the nearby Thaba Clinic.
The premier declared her intention to request the national government to declare a state of disaster in Limpopo in order to release more resources to rebuild infrastructure.
Workers at the clinic will continue to receive psychological support services.
The 24-hour services at the facility have since been suspended, and the clinic’s opening hours reduced to daytime hours on weekdays.
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