NICD sees increase in measles cases, Western Cape ranked 2nd nationally
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The National Institute for Communicable Diseases (NICD) has urged public health officials to strengthen measles and rubella surveillance nationally following a notable increase in measles cases. According to the NICD, data available and accessed on 24 June 2026 found that 2476 laboratory-confirmed measles cases were reported nationally from 29 December 2025 to 21 June 2026. “Since the previous report, several additional cases were identified,” added the NICD The Free State reported
Expect some French flair in Franschhoek this weekend. At the same time, the hosting of the annual Bastille Festival is a welcome economic boost for locals in the picturesque town. Live performances by Amy Jones, The Blend Theory, and-back by popular demand-the Absolutely Fabulous duo. French flair in Franschhoek this weekend The little town is getting its feathers ready to welcome thousands of visitors for the Franschhoek Bastille Festival. People are bringing
Transnet Port Terminals (TPT) has announced that it has blacklisted seven companies implicated in serious unethical and unlawful conduct. This follows forensic investigations supported by the Special Investigations Unit (SIU), which uncovered a range of irregularities, including financial misconduct, kickback schemes, bribery, theft of company assets, collusion, and the submission of false information. In a statement, Transnet says this forms part of its intensified drive to combat fraud, theft and corruption across
Tributes are pouring in for young cancer warrior, Creashy Maart, who passed away in the early morning hours of Thursday, 9 July, at the age of 19. Creashy, who was from Mitchells Plain, inspired thousands of South Africans under the social media banner “Pray for Creashy”. The young woman struggled with her health her entire life. She was diagnosed with severe chronic lung disease at just two weeks old. In her
South Africa’s three leading health regulators have issued a warning to the public and healthcare professionals not to use, prescribe or dispense recalled iDEXIS weight-loss medicines, saying those who ignore the recall could face disciplinary action. In a joint statement, the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC), the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) and the South African Health Products Regulatory Authority (SAHPRA) said the continued use of recalled iDEXIS Semaglutide, iDEXIS
