Toddler dies after being turned away from Praktiseer clinic
The nurse who was on duty refused to treat the child, apparently because they didn't have a patient file.
Our Health
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.
Read More » Toddler dies after being turned away from Praktiseer clinic
Tshikota’s water crisis shows no signs of ending
Some residents buy water from those who own boreholes or private vendors selling water from the back of their bakkies.
Durban teen dies on the roadside waiting for an ambulance
Lifeguards administered first aid, and a bystander offered to drive him to Addington Hospital, just 2 km away.
No Usable Toilets in Philippi As Services Collapse
The situation is so bad that waste collectors don't take the garbage away because the sewage is running into the dumping site.
Free State family waits 3 months for burial because of autopsy backlog
The Pheko family from Botshabelo buried their son and brother last week, after waiting three months for an autopsy.
Universitas Hospital gets Cutting-Edge Robotic Surgery
Surgeons will benefit from enhanced visual and tactile feedback during operations, enabling them to perform procedures more accurately and safely.
KZN floods leave lingering trauma
These downpours have become an unfortunate feature in the province and some communities have been hit by repeated flooding since at least 2022.
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.
Limpopo villages struggle without a clinic since 1996
No new clinics have been built in the province since the 2013/2014 financial year.
Death in Limpopo psych ward: Who killed Klaas Ledwaba?
Health minister Dr Aaron Motsoaledi criticised both the private security company and police for their handling of the situation.
Mabopane learners must bring their own water to school
Around 2 000 learners are forced to use filthy, broken toilets without running water.
Patients sent home over computers not working at clinic in Botshabelo
Since mid-February clinic staff have been telling them that they cannot be helped due to the data-capturing computer system being offline.
Free State community protesting water shortages shuts down Parys
The issue, which began in June 2022, has led to multiple protests, with residents accusing the Ngwathe municipality of failing to provide clean water.
Limpopo family and community blame Mogoto clinic for teen footballer’s death
"The department will comment thoroughly on the issue once all statements are gathered and there is a report, even at the preliminary stage."
Patients and nurses dispute KZN Health’s denial of medicine shortages
Despite the KZN Department of Health denying any shortages, patients and healthcare workers report ongoing difficulties in accessing essential medication, including ARVs.