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Shocking twist as Pearl Mbewe apologizes for exposing husband Sello Maake kaNcube’s alleged infidelity
In a heartfelt and unexpected move, Pearl Mbewe has publicly apologized to her friends, family, and loved ones following weeks…
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Sello Maake kaNcube to open case after his estranged wife claims he exposed her to HIV
Veteran actor Sello Maake kaNcube has spoken out in response to serious allegations made by his estranged wife, Pearl Mbewe,…
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Radio presenter Criselda Kananda reflects on living life with HIV
Radio presenter Criselda Kananda reflects on living life with HIV! As the world observes World AIDS Day on December 1,…
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Health Minister Motsoaledi says ARVs cannot be sent to illegal miners without diagnosis, ‘ARVs are not Panado’
Health Minister Motsoaledi says ARVs cannot be sent to illegal miners without diagnosis, ‘ARVs are not Panado’! Health Minister Dr…
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SA’s HIV research couple honoured with top medical research for public service
Professors Salim Abdool Karim and his wife Quarraisha Abdool Karim, have been recognized for their pioneering work in the medical…
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Ex-SANDF member sentenced to life for rape & attempted murder
Former South African National Defence Force (SANDF) member Leon Santos Conga has been sentenced to life after being found guilty…
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HSRC survey: Nearly 2 million people living with HIV in KZN
A Human Sciences Research Council (HSRC) survey has revealed that close to two million people are living with HIV in…
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Woman demands life sentence for ex-SANDF soldier who raped her & infected her with HIV
The victim of a convicted rapist from the South African National Defence Force (SANDF) has called on the Pretoria Magistrate’s…
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Over 75K young people with HIV in Gauteng not on treatment, HSRC study finds
A new Human Sciences Research Council (HSRC) study has found that more than 70,000 young people in Gauteng living with…
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Health Department urges vigilance and not panic against monkeypox
While the National Health Department said the status of the mpox virus was still under control in South Africa, it…
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Court hears of woman’s anxiety & fear after she was infected with HIV unknowingly
Emotions ran high on Wednesday at the Pretoria Magistrates Court, where a woman whose ex-partner was convicted of attempted murder…
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3 ways mothers pass HIV AIDS Virus to their babies
Understanding the mechanisms of transmission and the available preventative measures is crucial in reducing the incidence of paediatric HIV. Here…
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Monkeypox outbreak: Health Dept continuing with surveillance and contact tracing
The Health Department says it’s continuing surveillance, contact tracing, and health education activities across the country, amid a monkeypox (Mpox)…
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Former Miss South Africa Rolene Strauss opens up about her personal story around HIV
Rolene Strauss, the former Miss South Africa and Miss World, who is a mother to two boys, took to her…
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Here’s why Cassper Nyovest is urging all of his fans to wear condoms
As HIV rates and stigma continue to increase in South Africa, rapper Cassper Nyovest is urging all to be more…
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Watch – Cassper Nyovest Shows Off His Wedding Ring
Cassper Nyovest gained the attention of fans and netizens with a new video shared on his Instagram account. The South…
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Health Dept plans handover of birth control vending machine to Eastern Cape community
The Health Department will be handing over a self-care wellness vending machine in the Eastern Cape on Wednesday. The handover…
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Gauteng Health issues warning on rising STI infections ahead of Valentine’s Day
The Gauteng Department of Health (GDoH) has issued a stern warning against engaging in risky s.e.xual behaviour. This comes after…
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Man wants HIV-positive cheating wife to forfeit her share of the house & pension benefits
An aggrieved cheating ex-wife, who was on the verge of losing a portion of her Pretoria house she shared with…
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Minister Phaahla vows to end HIV and Aids as a public health threat by 2023
The health ministry has pledged to ensure that HIV and Aids are no longer a public health threat by the…
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Study finds SA youth’s rife condom disuse driving up new HIV infections
The Democratic Nursing Organisation of South Africa (DENOSA) is shining the spotlight on condom usage – especially among young people…
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HSRC concerned over HIV infections
The high HIV infection prevalence in young women in KwaZulu-Natal reveals the alarming trend of older men having s.e.x with…
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City of Cape Town says nearly 50 000 residents assisted with HIV self-test kits
Leading up to World Aids Day on Friday, December 1, the City of Cape Town said it has assisted nearly…
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Child rapist sentenced to life in jail, another child rape case awaits him
A 40-year-old Du Noon man has been sentenced to life imprisonment for the rape of a minor relative, also infecting…
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HIV-positive Gauteng sangoma arrested for allegedly raping 12 & 14-year-old initiates, forcing them to have s.e.x
A Gauteng-based sangoma, Isaac Motaung, appeared before the Alexandra Magistrate’s Court for allegedly raping his initiates during initiation processes at…
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HIV self-testing kits now available at several pharmacies across South Africa
In a move to make it easier for people to detect their HIV status and to act on it as…
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UN says end of AIDS still possible by 2030
“The end of AIDS” is still possible by 2030, the United Nations insisted Thursday but cautioned that the world’s deadliest…
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Alarming HIV infection rate in KZN youth
The 11th SA Aids Conference kicked off in Durban against the backdrop of alarming HIV infection numbers. Approximately 1,300 young…
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Men encouraged to test for HIV
Men are being encouraged to test for HIV. It’s one of the areas where they can be more proactive about…
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HIV-positive man gets life imprisonment for r@pe & attempted murder of girlfriend’s granddaughter
A 46-year-old man who was knowingly living with HIV was sentenced to life imprisonment and an additional five years by…
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WhatsApp conversations claiming SK Khoza is HIV positive leaked
South African actor SK Khoza had one of the most tumultuous 2022 that any celebrities could have. During that year,…
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4 people arrested in connection to the theft of ARVs in Free State
Police said that four people were arrested in connection with the theft of antiretroviral drugs (ARVs) in Free State. The…
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Man accused of running Joburg child s.e.x ring charged with attempted murder
The man accused of running a child sex ring in Johannesburg has been charged with attempted murder for handing boys…
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Man awarded R2 million after being wrongfully imprisoned for 2 years
A man accused of housebreaking and detained for more than two years before charges were withdrawn has been awarded R2…
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AmaZulu King: Keep observing the reed dance tradition
Maidens in KwaZulu-Natal presented their reeds before newly crowned Amazulu King Misuzulu on Saturday. The reed dance, where maidens undergo…
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Man tests positive for monkeypox, COVID and HIV after holiday to Spain
An Italian man had an exceptionally unlucky holiday, returning home to find he had contracted Covid-19, monkeypox, and HIV all…
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WHO: Global monkeypox cases dropped last week
Monkeypox cases fell by a fifth last week as infections in Europe dropped but the outbreak is going through “intense…
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New global alliance launched to end Aids in children by 2030
Globally, only half (52%) of children living with HIV are on life-saving treatment, far behind adults where three quarters (76%)…
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Sahpra approves new treatment for HIV positive children
The South African Health and Products Regulatory Authority (Sahpra) on Friday approved and registered a new combination antiretroviral treatment for…
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Sugar daddies warned to leave teenage girls alone
As the country celebrated Youth Day last week, the KZN Health MEC addressed a number of issues plaguing young people…
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Do not eat Garlic if you are taking HIV medicines – Here’s what you should know
Garlic supplements may seem harmless. But if you take a certain drug for HIV, there’s a chance that garlic supplements…
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What you should know about Garlic and HIV
Garlic supplements may seem harmless. But if you take a certain drug for HIV, there’s a chance that garlic supplements…
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Calls for govt to declare Tuberculosis a national health emergency
Public interest law centre Section27 has joined calls for the government to declare Tuberculosis (TB) a national health emergency and…
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David Mabuza encourages inter-faith leaders to use their influence to help fight spread of TB & HIV
Deputy President David Mabuza encouraged inter-faith leaders in the Frances Baard District Municipality to use their influence and deal with…
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WC blood stocks critically low
Western Cape Blood Service (WCBS) has warned of critically low blood stocks and has called on eligible donors to roll…
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Is HIV transmitted through k!ssing? Here is what you should know
HIV is a dreaded disease and there are various known ways of contracting and transmitting the virus to others. But…
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Scientists identify a new highly virulent HIV strain in the Netherlands
Oxford researchers announced the discovery of a highly virulent strain of HIV that has been lurking in the Netherlands for…
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Here are the benefits of eating the boogers after picking your nose
Many people are often guilty of picking their nose, otherwise known as digging for gold. According to health stats, one…
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HIV-positive Criselda Kananda speaks on Mam’ Angie Diale’s death
Media personality Criselda Kananda said that her friend and fellow activist Angie Diale chose to go public with her HIV…
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2 arrested for running extortion racket linked to pr0stitution
Two men were arrested for allegedly running an extortion racket linked to prostitution in Limpopo, the Directorate for Priority Crime…
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