Spotlight on Nehawu strike: Dispatches from the frontlines

Posted in: Eastern Cape, Free State, Gauteng, Healthcare system, Healthcare Workers, Latest, Provinces, Western Cape

Following a Labour Appeal Court judgement on Monday, health minister Dr Joe Phaahla during a media briefing on Monday night said the department has given essential health workers until Tuesday morning to report for work. Should they fail to do this, “they will be making themselves liable to charges of misconduct”. Spotlight reporters have been visiting healthcare facilities to assess the situation.

Ten years later: Reflecting on the successes and challenges at Khayelitsha Hospital

Posted in: Access to Medicines, COVID-19, Healthcare system, Healthcare Workers, InFocus, Latest, Provinces, Western Cape

This month, the Khayelitsha District Hospital will celebrate ten years since it opened its doors. Tiyese Jeranji visited the hospital and spoke to the CEO, some staff members, patients, and health stakeholders about the services the hospital provides, its successes and continuing challenges.

Interview: From humble beginnings to vaccinating the President

Posted in: Latest, Provinces, Western Cape

On 17 February Sr Milanie Bennett administered the Johnson & Johnson vaccine to President Cyril Ramaphosa. Bienne Huisman tracked her down to learn more about her long journey to this historical moment.