vulnerable populations

The SASSA Payment Crisis: Dire Consequences for Vulnerable Individuals

The recent malfunction in South Africa's Social Security Agency (SASSA) payment system left a minimum of 600,000 social grant beneficiaries…

7 months ago

Cape Town Boosts Support for Homeless Shelters with Winter Readiness Programme

Cape Town's Mayor, Geordin HillLewis, has announced an increased commitment to supporting nonprofit organization (NPO)run homeless shelters across the city.…

12 months ago

Uniting South Africa’s Spheres of Government for a Bright Future in Human Settlements

In recent years, South Africa has seen a positive shift in its approach to human settlements, thanks to Deputy Minister…

12 months ago

Pregnant Immigrant Women in South Africa Struggle to Access Prenatal Care Despite Constitutional Court Order

In April 2021, the Gauteng High Court in South Africa ruled that free public health services must be provided to…

12 months ago

Public Health Sector in South Africa: A Crisis in Need of Reform

The South African public health sector is currently facing a crisis that impacts everyone, particularly the most vulnerable members of…

1 year ago

Loadshedding: A Challenge for South Africa’s Energy Sector

South Africa's energy sector has seen a significant challenge in recent years. Eskom, the country's leading power utility, has struggled…

1 year ago