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Tensions rise at Kalafong Hospital after pregnant undocumented foreign national is turned away.
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April 25, 2025
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IEC prepares for 2026 local elections and explores e-voting
IEC gears up for 2026 Local Elections, launches E-Voting consultations The Electoral Commission of South Africa (IEC) has laid out its roadmap to the 2026 Local Government Elections, with ward boundary consultations underway and elections expected between 2 November 2026 and 30 January 2027. The Commission is also exploring the
April 23, 2025
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Renovated Emergency Unit at Tembisa Hospital to Stay Closed Following Fire
Tembisa Hospital continues to operate fully despite a fire that broke out in its accident and emergency unit on Saturday afternoon. Fortunately, there were no injuries, as all patients in the affected ward were either evacuated or relocated to other sections of the hospital before the fire spread.
April 20, 2025
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Western Cape Ramps Up Road Safety Measures Amid Sharp Rise in Easter Holiday Fatalities
As the Easter holiday approaches, the Western Cape is stepping up its efforts to ensure road safety amid growing concerns over the rising number of crashes and fatalities during this busy travel period. The Western Cape Department of Mobility has introduced a series of road safety initiatives to protect
April 18, 2025
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KZN Braces for Cold Front, Heavy Rain and Possible Snowfall Ahead of Easter Weekend
Emergency teams in KwaZulu-NatalKZ are on high alert as the province prepares for heavy rainfall and a possible drop in temperatures that may bring snowfall. This weather shift is expected just as thousands of travelers hit the roads for the Easter weekend. The province’s Transport and Human Settlements department confirmed
April 16, 2025
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Nigerians in South Africa Call for Investigation into Doctor’s Mysterious Death
The Nigeria Citizens Association South Africa (NICASA) has demanded a thorough forensic investigation into the death of Dr. Francis Idika, a 54-year-old Nigerian who died under unclear circumstances on March 30 at Vryheid Hospital in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. NICASA President Frank Onyekwelu voiced the group’s concerns, stating that no
April 14, 2025
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Bara Hospital security guards’ salary sparks public outrage
Bara Hospital security guards earning R23,000 a month sparks public outrage A claim that security guards at Chris Hani Baragwanath Hospital are earning as much as R23,000 per month far above the industry norm has sparked controversy in the Gauteng Legislature. The figure emerged during a session in which Gauteng
April 13, 2025
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Rural Doctors Urge Immediate Action on Healthcare Worker Shortage
The Rural Doctors Association of Southern Africa has called on the Department of Health to urgently fill vacant healthcare positions in rural communities. This appeal follows the recent approval to recruit 1,650 healthcare professionals as part of efforts to address the ongoing healthcare crisis. The Department of Health has confirmed
April 12, 2025
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Penguin in Cardboard Box Triggers Helicopter Crash in South Africa
A helicopter crash in South Africa was caused by a penguin being transported in an unsecured cardboard box, according to an investigation. The incident occurred on Bird Island, off the Eastern Cape, during a flight on 19 January. Aboard the Robinson R44 Raven II were a pilot, three passengers, and
April 11, 2025
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US Funding Cuts Threaten HIV Support for South African Families
South African families living with HIV are facing increased uncertainty as a result of significant cuts in US foreign aid under the Trump administration. Programs that provide essential support, including testing, counseling, medication delivery, and food assistance, are being dismantled, jeopardizing the health and well-being of millions. Mary, a
April 11, 2025
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