Aid workers face new tests and challenges from the coronavirus
On the small Greek island of Lesvos (also known as Lesbos), 21,000 people are crowded into the Moria camp, which was originally designed for 3,000 […]
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Grant applicants still sleep outside SASSA offices
Despite claims by SASSA that it has dealt with the influx of grant applicants at its Khayelitsha office, those seeking help continue to sleep outside the building hoping not to be turned away the next day.
SASSA admits it was not prepared for Covid-19 grant
Hunger and a social security agency that is unprepared for the disbursement of the Covid-19 relief grant is what is causing the long queues.
Ex-mineworkers vow to continue fighting despite COVID-19 outbreak
Ex-mineworkers in South Africa and in the region say they will continue fighting for what is due to them amid the coronavirus outbreak
Empolweni residents rebuild their houses and lives
49 of the approximately 170 families forcibly removed from Empolweni informal settlement have re-built their homes, thanks to a court ordering their return.
False hope of employment forms jobless queue at Khayelitsha Hospital
Jobs at Khayelitsha District Hospital that were advertised via social media have been withdrawn.
Across the world, construction workers are caught between coronavirus risk and joblessness
A daily commute of two-and-a-half hours each way would take a toll on anyone, but for Özkan, a construction worker in Istanbul, the hardest part […]
Coronavirus pandemic: why a flu jab is a good idea in countries heading into winter
As the southern hemisphere moves closer to winter, virologists are concerned about the upcoming influenza season. This may result in more people needing medical care […]
Homes destroyed in Makhaza by law enforcement
Backyarders from Makhaza who occupied land near Empolweni were evicted and their houses demolished by law enforcement.
Muslim workers in the UK prepare to observe the holy month of Ramadan during the time of coronavirus
Ramadan is fast approaching (23 April to 23 May) and Muslims around the world are preparing to observe this time of spiritual reflection, self-improvement and […]
Zimbabwe’s shattered economy poses a serious challenge to fighting COVID-19
The COVID-19 pandemic has left Zimbabwe in an extremely difficult situation. As of early April, the number of infections and deaths from the pandemic appeared low, […]
Community Careworkers continue to work without personal protective equipment (photo essay)
The Michael Mapongwana Community Health Clinic operates in the Khayelitsha Health District of Cape Town’s Metro Region. During the Covid-19 pandemic and lockdown, community careworkers […]
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