Simthandile Ngcobo

DUT Journalism Student.

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Illegal abortion advertisements and so-called “street abortion services” are becoming an increasing concern across Durban, with posters, flyers, and online listings appearing in busy public areas such as taxi ranks, street corners, and near student accommodation. #HealthAlert

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Families say life sentences and early parole are failing victims, while communities are left with grief and fear. Many believe the justice system is no longer enough, they want the reinstatement of the capital punishment that was abolished in 1995. #StopGBV #SafeCommunities

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Many women are still being kept from contraceptives by fear and bad information. Stories about infertility, and permanent damage is passed around, drowning out the facts. Doctors say the fix is proper education and safe spaces for women to ask questions. #WomensHealth

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The Deputy Mayor of Umdoni Municipality, Phila Thabethe, called a Mayoral Imbizo with Umdoni District councillors to engage residents on community challenges and development plans aimed at improving service delivery and local growth. #MayoralImbizo #Community
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ANC official Sobhuzu, met with Ward 9 residents in Malangeni, South Coast, addressing local community development issues, including unemployment. He urged leaders to put community needs before personal gain.
#CommunityVoices #LeadershipAccountability
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Eskom says It is not afraid of competition as long as the playing field is level in the market. The utility also says SA will always need a “base load,” which it will provide, while also pushing into renewables.
#Eskom #SAEnergy
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Amid rising barriers to reproductive healthcare, backstreet abortion ads are increasing in the streets of Durban, raising questions about safety, legality, and access for women in need.
#UnsafeAbortion #HealthCrisis
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South Africa's National Health Insurance Act signed into law in May 2024 remains inactive due to court battles & funding concerns. Experts advise keeping medical aid & gap cover for now due to implementation uncertainty.
#NHI #FreeHealthCare
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SARS & the Tax Ombud report a sharp rise in eFiling profile hijackings by cybercriminals, leading to significant financial losses for taxpayers. A joint investigation report is due Oct 1. Officials urge heightened vigilance with login details.#SARS #CyberSecurity
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King Dinuzulu Hospital marked Heritage Day with a special staff celebration, highlighting the diverse cultural backgrounds that enrich their workplace.
#KingDinuzuluHospital #HeritageDay2025
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#MayDay2025 #COSATU
#WorkersDay2025

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“And we urge organised labour to continue to engage in a process that safeguards the interest of the poor and working class”, says Deputy President, Paul Mashatile.
#MayDay2025 #COSATU #WorkersRights

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Nzimande further notes that until the murder of Chris Hani is not solved, they as workers will not rest.
#MayDay2025 #COSATU #WorkersRights

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Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation of South Africa, Blade Nzimande, tells workers that they must not let federations come between them.
#MayDay #COSATU #WorkersDay2025

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Deputy President Paul Mashatile reflects on 40 years of COSATU, celebrating milestones.
#MayDay2025
#COSATU

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“The world is tremendously different from the world 39 years ago” #WorkersDay2025 #COSATU #WorkersRights

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Secretary General United for Palestine, Imraan Subrathie takes stage to pass on the message of how Palestine has found strength in the solidarity of South Africa as they remain in refugees.
#MayDay2025 #COSATU #FreePalestine

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The COSATU May Day rally has officially began to address key issues that affect workers and the broader community.
#MayDay2025 #COSATU #WorkersDay

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Deputy President of South Africa, Paul Mashatile joins the rally in solidarity.
#MayDay2025 #COSATU #WorkersRights

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Massive turnout and more expected for the COSATU rally for workers rights.
#MayDay2025 #COSATU #WorkersRights