SA ‘can’t afford’ to default on three-in-one HIV pill
The fragile gains made in HIV-testing and antiretroviral regimens may be undone by the unintended consequences of the national Covid-19 lockdown says SANAC Civil Society Forum.
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Gauteng Health MEC seeks to ‘create balance’ with R55,7-billion budget
Although there has been a reduction of the budget in real terms, MEC of Health Dr Bandile Masuku says that he is hopeful that the department will deliver on its key objectives.
[Op-ed]: A day in the life of a Somali Covid-19 community mobiliser
Covid-19 messaging in Somalia saves lives but there’s still those who don’t take the virus seriously, writes Zahra Mahamoud Jama, UNICEF community social mobiliser.
National GBV plan a ‘victory’ say activists
For years, civil society organisations and gender-based violence activists have called on the government to put policies in place to address the staggering levels of violence against women, children and the queer community in the country.
[Op-ed] Even when we cry blood, our country doesn’t answer
After tweeting to the presidency about her numerous gender-based violence (GBV) experiences, Sihle Bolani has only been met with a deafening silence despite a resounding response from South Africa. She asks why there hasn't been decisive action to tackle GBV with the same gusto as the Covid-19 pandemic. By: Sihle Bolani.
#LockdownSA: Charities highlight children in need
Under the current lockdown level, food donations may be made by charitable organisations, and North West and Free State communities rallied together to ensure that vulnerable community members are helped.
‘The extreme sport of killing and raping women and children’
I am driven to the darkest place of despair inside my head, every women killed is a knife to my heart and a scar on my already tattered soul, writes Vanessa Tedder. She encourages everyone to speak up when they see or suspect abuse taking place
‘I was scared of hypertension at 25’
Although in some communities’ hypertension is associated with the elderly, young people do silently suffer from this chronic illness.
#YouthDay: Covid-19 complicates young women’s lives
Due to the national lockdown many young women faced unexpected challenges, such as income loss, contraception shortages and having to live with abusive, or homophobic family members, explains the Commission for Gender Equality.
#YouthDay2020: ‘My generation is about doing and being better – we aren’t doctor’s handmaidens’
Young healthcare workers are shattering societal perceptions of their profession and making healthcare systems more youth-friendly and accessible across class lines.
Gauteng health officials test positive for Covid-19
The two officials in the office of the Gauteng Health MEC tested positive for Covid-19 and, in a bid to tackle stigma around contracting the virus, have consented to be publicly named.
Covid-19 confusion at Mthatha hospitalÂ
Lack of protective gear, allegations of intimidation to not disclose patients or staff member’s Covid-19 status and being forced to come into work whilst Covid-19 positive are some claims made by Nelson Mandela Academic Hospital nurses against management.
During the Covid-19 pandemic, religious leaders build resilience
Across the continent, faith-based organisations have been vital in creating awareness about Covid-19, addressing gender-based violence, and countering coronavirus misinformation.
[Op-ed]: New PrEP injection testament to HIV research and community partnership
With the development of a new delivery form of PrEP, HIV advocacy and research communities bolster itself after the HVTN 702 clinical trial’s premature ending, writes Ntando Yola.
#LockdownSA: Nyangis Foundation serves Hammanskraal community
The non-profit organisation recently donated food parcel to 10 families in struggling to make ends meet in the Hammanskraal and Moretele local municipalities.