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Challenges to exclusive breastfeeding in Limpopo

Exclusive breastfeeding is an important part of infant survival and healthy development. Yet many mothers face cultural, social, and systemic barriers that make it difficult […]

Mental health in rural SA needs a dedicated strategy to ensure communities are not left behind

As a country South Africa has strong mental health policies on paper. But these are not being implemented equitably. Rural areas are especially disadvantaged, with […]

Teenage pregnancy is a social justice emergency in rural areas

Over 90,000 pregnancies were recorded among girls aged 10 to 19 in 2024 alone, with 2,328 of these involving children aged between 10 and 14. […]

Civil society organisations provide budget inputs to parliament

Civil society organisations are sounding the alarm over South Africa’s underfunded public health system, warning that continued neglect is threatening years of progress in reducing […]

Behind youth month celebrations, rural youth face a daily struggle for healthcare

As South Africa commemorates youth month, the stark realities of rural health inequality demand urgent attention. Behind the celebrations and historical reflections lies a painful […]

Collaborative action is needed to support teenage mothers in vulnerable communities

For young mothers to finish their high school education, further themselves and be able to provide for themselves and their babies, they need support that […]