No teaching at Botshabelo school for nine months due to water shortagesÂ
Learners would at Kgorathuto school for registers to be taken, and were then sent home.Â
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Human Rights Commission to investigate Seshego water crisisÂ
The municipality confirmed reports of discoloured water affecting certain households in Seshego.
Daily trek up a mountain to collect firewood for villagers without electricity
The household has had no electricity since 2014. That same year, she received an RDP house from the government.
Lack of waste management raises health concerns in Hluvukani
A lack of awareness campaigns have left the areas exposed to environmental and health hazards
Sewage spills leave Seweding residents living in unsanitary conditions
Residents also fear long-term environmental damage and declining property value.
Illegal dumping turns Soshanguve schools into health hazards
The health risks posed by illegal dumping are preventable, but require urgent intervention.Â
Soshanguve learners risk safety crossing sewage-contaminated river to get to school
In addition to the fear of falling victim to crime, community members are worried about their exposure to raw sewage flowing in the river.Â
Delayed health assessments leave people with disabilities waiting for grant payoutsÂ
Disability grants are reassessed annually, meaning that every twelve months a beneficiary must undergo a medical review to remain eligible.
In EC, people with disabilities struggle to access transport
Local authorities need to be proactive in ensuring service delivery for those with disabilities.
Youth unemployment fuels growing mental health crisis in Mahikeng
Unemployment doesn’t just affect income; it disrupts identity, purpose, and emotional well-being
Burst drainpipe leaves Durban’s Victoria Street flooding with sewage
Durban’s drainage system is a serious problem, and poses a health risk to people’s health.
Limpopo village battles years without water and electricity
Water is delivered to a communal JoJo tank three times a week.
Duduza residents demand action over water-filled pits
The rainwater that collects in these holes has become a playground for children from nearby communities who swim in these pits.
HIV patients in Durban targeted by thieves who rob them of ARVsÂ
The theft of medication, including ARVs, from patients remains a serious and ongoing problem across the Umlazi.
Mine dumps pose ongoing health threat in SowetoÂ
Mining companies must put up signs and take other measures to prevent people from accessing mine dumps.