Partnership Targets Health Impact of Air Pollution
A new partnership between South Africa’s health and environmental authorities will strengthen research into air pollution and help protect communities from pollution-related health risks. The...
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City Expands Substance Abuse Prevention
More than 5 000 learners have participated in the City of Cape Town’s substance abuse prevention programmes, exceeding targets as demand for youth interventions continues...
Afrobarometer Highlights Africa’s Water Crisis
Afrobarometer has presented new continental data revealing widespread water and sanitation challenges, urging stronger accountability, climate resilience and investment across Africa. Water security and sanitation...
City Calls For Responsible Reporting
The City of Cape Town is urging residents to verify food safety claims before sharing them online to help protect public health. The City of...
Free State Intensifies Measles Response
The Free State Department of Health is urging families to vaccinate children as efforts continue to contain a measles outbreak affecting communities. The Free State...
Western Cape Expands HIV Prevention
The Western Cape has launched Lenacapavir, a long-acting HIV prevention injection that expands options for people at risk of infection. The Western Cape Department of...
Wesfleur Plant Earns Gold Recognition
Cape Town’s Wesfleur Wastewater Treatment Works has achieved national Gold Green Drop status, recognising exceptional operational performance and environmental management excellence. The City of Cape...
SAUAC Launches National Cancer Walk
SAUAC has announced the date and venue for its 2026 Wellness Walk Against Cancer while launching a nationwide awareness campaign this June. South Africa United...
This Month Protects Future Health
Skin Cancer Awareness Month is encouraging people worldwide to take sun protection seriously as health experts warn that most skin cancer cases remain preventable. Skin...
Nurses Remain Backbone Of Healthcare
International Nurses Day 2026 highlights the critical role nurses play globally as healthcare systems face growing pressure, workforce shortages and rising public health challenges. Healthcare...