Limpopo Premier Phophi Ramathuba faces HPCSA charges for 2022 viral rantÂ
Following complaints from advocacy groups, the HPCSA initially issued Ramathuba a caution for unprofessional behaviour.
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Heavy rains force temporary closure of Free State clinics
Some residents have lost their homes due to severe weather, including destructive winds.
Statutory rape in South Africa: what it is and isn’tÂ
Sexual acts involving children under 12 are automatically considered statutory rape, as children below this age cannot legally consent.
Moqhaka residents told to remain calm over dirty, smelly waterÂ
A pattern of water quality issues has plagued Moqhaka for years, including incidents of alleged contamination in 2020 and unfulfilled promises.
A year of heartbreak: Soweto families still seek Answers in Children’s Food Poisoning Deaths
In October 2023, four young children in Soweto fell ill after buying snacks from a local spaza shop, leading to the tragic deaths of Neo Kgang and Leon Jele. Despite a year passing, families have not received conclusive post-mortem results.
Report highlights hidden violence of child poverty in South AfricaÂ
A major consequence of child poverty highlighted in the report is the causal link between poverty and child abuse.
MTBPS: South Africa’s tighter budget demands stricter healthcare priorities
South Africa’s Medium Term Budget Policy Statement has left the healthcare sector facing tight financial constraints, as tax revenue projections fall and no additional funding is allocated.
Breast cancer: why it’s difficult to treat and what new approaches are on the horizon
Cancer cells can evade the immune system, create their own blood supply, and adapt to survive under different conditions.
Angry workers disrupt health services in Botshabelo over contract terminations
Over 1300 healthcare workers, including nurses, clerks, and cleaners, are facing sudden job termination after Covid-19 contracts were ended due to budget constraints.
Parents left with questions after pesticide-linked deaths of children in NalediÂ
Six children in Naledi, Soweto, died after consuming snacks believed to be tainted with Terbufos, a toxic pesticide, leaving families devastated and with unanswered questions.
Stories From The Ground: Teen mum juggling school and a baby set to write matric finalsÂ
Despite the challenges, Karabo returned to school with the support of her family and friends. She returned to school shortly after giving birth.
Free State families angered by Bloemfontein mortuary closure
This comes after the Bloemfontein facility was closed due to severe infrastructure issues, including electrical, sewer, and ventilation problems.
Stories From The Ground: Nurses at Zithulele Hospital forced to use one needle for the whole ward
Once known for its excellence, the hospital has faced significant deterioration. Basic medical supplies such as needles, gauze, and diapers have become scarce, forcing nurses to improvise in dangerous ways.
Teen Pregnancy Event Highlights Gaps in Sexual Health Services for Youth
The rise in teenage pregnancies in South Africa underscores the challenges faced by adolescent mothers and the gaps in sexual and reproductive health services.
Trying to lose weight? Here’s why your genetics could be just as important as your exercise regime
Weight loss is a complicated process. There are so many factors involved including your diet, how much sleep you get each night and the kind of exercise you do.