Eskom tells Education dept that suspended load shedding not guaranteed

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The Department of Basic Education asked Eskom to suspend load shedding every evening, from Sunday to Thursday, for four hours across the country from 7pm to 11pm. ...

Health workers in line for Covid booster shots, says Health dept

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The national Health Department has confirmed that ...

Health Department, pharmacies at odds over vaccine payments for services provided

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The Independent Community Pharmacy Association South Africa (ICPA) has said the Health Department has been slow to reimburse pharmacies for services rendered during ...

Youth hesitancy and glitches with EVDS system concern Health dept

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The Health Department’s Covid-19 Social Listening Report says that of the 21. 3 million (as of Saturday) people that have been vaccinated for Covid-19 in the country, ...

SA food prices will impact the health of many, report finds 9. 4% hike for groceries

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The Pietermaritzburg Economic Justice and Dignity group (PMBEJD) said its September report had shown a massive food price spike in cities that had been affected ...

All systems go for first phase of digital Covid vaccine passport - Health dept

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The Department of Health hopes to have the first phase of the digital vaccine passport system implemented by the end of the week.

Health and Labour depts weigh in on mandatory workplace vaccination

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THE NATIONAL departments of Health and Employment and Labour have weighed in on the debate around companies asking workers to have mandatory Covid-19 vaccinations. ...

HPCSA chief executive placed on precautionary suspension

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Dr David Motau was placed on suspension by then acting Health Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi.

Medical aids cannot force members to get Covid vaccine

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The Board of Healthcare Funders says existing health laws prohibit any medical aid scheme from forcing members to vaccinate.

Sex is no cure for Covid-19, says Health dept

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The Department of Health has dismissed a report making the rounds on social media encouraging people to engage in several hours of sexual intercourse as a cure for ...