Cancer preventative HPV vaccination campaign kicks off in schools

The Department of Health will today kick off its 2026 Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) vaccination drive.

The drive is aimed at vaccinating girls aged 9 years and older to protect them from developing cervical cancer later in life.

“South Africa continues to record a high number of cases of cervical cancer and related...

Let us all work together to create a safe and supportive environment for our learners

By Terence Khala As the first school term of 2026 begins, there is a deeper responsibility that cannot be overlooked which is to deal with the safety and well-being of our children. Children are our future leaders, and they must always be protected, whether on and off the school grounds, be it on...

SA at ‘no immediate risk’ of Nepah virus – Health Department

South Africa is currently under “no immediate risk” of the Nipah Virus (NiV) outbreak reported in India.

This is according to the Department of Health (DoH) which assured in a statement that there is “no need for the public to panic.”Two cases of the potentially fatal virus were reported by Indian authorities in...

DIRCO declares Israeli Chargé d’Affaires Persona Non Grata

The Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO) has informed the Government of the State of Israel of South Africa’s decision to declare the Chargé d’Affaires of the Israeli Embassy, Mr Ariel Seidman, persona non grata.

In a statement issued on Friday, DIRCO said the decision follows a series of...

President calls for renewed push to ramp up Africa’s infrastructure

President Cyril Ramaphosa has called for renewed political commitment, stronger institutional support and sustainable financing to fast-track Africa’s infrastructure development. 

Addressing the Presidential Infrastructure Champion Initiative (PICI) Heads of State and Government Meeting on Friday at the Union...