Police unveil plans to protect women
Days after a deputy minister bashed a woman in a club, Police Minister Fikile Mbalula issued a six-point plan to fight sexual and domestic violence.
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Traditional councils should help victims to report abuse
For Thuthuzela Care Centres operating in rural areas such as Lusikisiki in the Eastern Cape, rape cases that go unreported and are discussed only by traditional councils remain the biggest challenge for the centres.
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.
Diabetes – the silent killer
Goodman Gwala had dreams of playing professional football but now he struggles to walk after his left toes were amputated. The cause? Diabetes.
Abortion: Health workers undermining women’s rights
The refusal of large numbers of healthworkers to perform abortions is driving women to seek unsafe backstreet procedures. Professor EDDIE MHLANGA calls on medical schools to address students’ bias against abortion and teach them how to remedy botched procedures
Sugary drinks tax on track
The proposed tax on sugary drinks is likely to go ahead later this year, following negotiations between government, labour and industry at the National Economic Development and Labour Council (Nedlac).
Health-e and Heala on the Tekano team
Both organisations are represented among the first group of Tekano fellows recently announced in South Africa.
Elim Hospital doctor arrested for dealing in illegal drugs
LIMPOPO – A 35-year-old doctor based at Elim Hospital is set to appear on court on August 1 when he will face charges of drug dealing after he was arrested during a tactical sting operation by police.
Family chains mentally ill man for ‘safety’
EASTERN CAPE - A physically disabled and mentally challenged 27-year-old man, who has been mistreated by his community, has been imprisoned in his own home for his own safety. But authorities have undertaken to step in and help the embattled family and see what needs to be done.
Cancer and HIV fields collaborate for a cure
Revolutions in cancer treatment are being tested in HIV in the hopes it will bring the world closer to a cure.
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.
Legalise illicit drugs, says ex-cop
Undercover narcotics officer Neil Woods saw the worst of the drug underworld and told the SA Drug Policy conference that the best way to deal with illicit drugs is to legalise and regulate them
Calls to boycott SAB’s beer for Africa campaign
The South African Breweries together with Stop Hunger Now SA has launched a Beer for Africa eight pack in order to feed hungry students across the continent.
Union suspends lab strike while negotiations continue
On day five of their strike against the National Health Laboratory Service, Nehawu (National Health, Education and Allied Workers Union) decided to suspend their action.
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).