Teen’s suicide sparks mental health concerns in Free State town
Mental health challenges among young people in the area are deeply rooted in broader social and economic issues.Â
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Undocumented migrants in rural Limpopo face hunger, HIV risk and exclusion
Having a valid ID is also key to people accessing social grants, leaving the undocumented elderly in a particularly vulnerable position.
From addiction to activist: Durban youth’s mission to help othersÂ
Dlamini now walks the streets of KwaMashu in Durban, going from house to house, meeting young people who are caught in addiction.
Welkom residents demand end to water crisis and sewage spillsÂ
It is reported that the rapid growth of the mining town affected the ailing infrastructure.
Stinkwater residents live along streets overflowing with sewage
The municipality says the sewer spillages in Stinkwater are caused by a sewer pump station that is not operational due to vandalism.
Botshabelo youth trapped in a cycle of unemployment, drug abuse and crimeÂ
The statistics are often focused on data from people who are in treatment. There is a whole population of substance users not in treatment who are not counted.
Kliptown residents fear health hazards of using chemical toilets for 20 yearsÂ
Some residents claim they have fallen ill from using chemical non-flush toilets for more than 20 years.
Freedom Farm residents exposed to deafening aircraft noise for decadesÂ
Being exposed to loud noise over a long period of time is a major risk factor for hearing loss.
Durban clinic denies sex worker ARVs  Â
Sex workers face significant barriers to accessing healthcare and often experience discrimination and stigma within the healthcare system.
Stressed and overwhelmed: South Africa’s teachers are ready to drop outÂ
South Africa’s teachers are increasingly facing chronic stress, anxiety, burnout, and even depression as a result.
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 ambulanceÂ
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.
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.