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OurHealth is a project that trains and supports local activists and aspiring health journalists. Our citizen journalists (CJs) live in rural and poorly-covered areas in South Africa, and report on health issues affecting their communities.

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Persistent rain hampers health services in parts of Limpopo

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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.

Montsho Matlala
January 16, 2025

Limpopo Clinic closed indefinitely after recent attack on workers

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Workers at the clinic will continue to receive psychological support services.

Montsho Matlala
January 15, 2025

Limpopo clinic reopens after nurses abducted and raped

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The 24-hour services at the facility have since been suspended, and the clinic’s opening hours reduced to daytime hours on weekdays.

Montsho Matlala
January 14, 2025

Limpopo Health denies dysfunctioning mortuaries at Elim and Matlala Hospitals

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Several families in Limpopo say they’ve recently found the remains of loved ones decomposing at two government hospitals. One patient who asked not be named because he’s a regular at Elim Hospital in the Vhembe District, says he saw the…

Montsho Matlala
December 18, 2024

Going to the clinic? Bring your own toilet paper, soap

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Most of the people we spoke to said the toilets are often out of order with no soap or toilet paper.

Health-e News
November 20, 2024

Heavy rains force temporary closure of Free State clinics

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Some residents have lost their homes due to severe weather, including destructive winds.

Molefi Sompane
November 11, 2024

Moqhaka residents told to remain calm over dirty, smelly water

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A pattern of water quality issues has plagued Moqhaka for years, including incidents of alleged contamination in 2020 and unfulfilled promises.

Molefi Sompane
November 7, 2024

Angry workers disrupt health services in Botshabelo over contract terminations

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Over 1300 healthcare workers, including nurses, clerks, and cleaners, are facing sudden job termination after Covid-19 contracts were ended due to budget constraints.

Molefi Sompane
October 30, 2024

Free State families angered by Bloemfontein mortuary closure

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This comes after the Bloemfontein facility was closed due to severe infrastructure issues, including electrical, sewer, and ventilation problems.

Molefi Sompane
October 24, 2024

KZN girl with rare skin condition robbed of a ‘normal’ life

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Due to the discomfort and stigma associated with her condition, Phenyane has never attended school.

Sandile Mbili
October 17, 2024

AI generated image of blurry hospital hallway

Emalahleni grandpa denied care by two hospitals

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His granddaughter says they were turned away because he wasn't on any medication, despite his dangerously high blood pressure. His condition worsened, and he developed severe wounds on his legs.

Precious Mashiane
October 16, 2024

Praktiseer residents call for neglected old clinic building to be reused

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The old building has been standing empty and unused for 20 years and is rundown. The doors, windows and ceiling on the building are all broken

Thomo Nkgadima
September 17, 2024

Bilharzia outbreak hits Limpopo’s Mopani district

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Bilharzia is a parasitic disease caused by flatworms that live in freshwater sources such as rivers and dams.

Montsho Matlala
September 12, 2024

Qwaqwa residents say tap water is making them sick

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In response, Map Water stated it was investigating the contamination claims but noted that there is no significant trend of waterborne diseases in the area.