The Gauteng Department of Health has reappointed spokesperson Steve Mabona, marking his return to a role he previously held with notable success in public communication and media relations. The department says Mabona’s comeback is expected to strengthen its communication strategy, improve information flow to the public, and reinforce transparency and trust within the provincial health […]
GAUTENG- The Department of Health says it has been informed by the National Institute for Communicable Diseases (NICD) about illnesses and deaths involving passengers aboard the cruise ship MV Hondius, which was travelling from Southern Argentina to the Canary Islands via several Atlantic islands. The vessel, carrying about 150 tourists, reported multiple medical emergencies linked […]
The Gauteng Department of Health has raised concern over a decline in childhood immunisation coverage, revealed during African Vaccination Week. In the 2025/26 financial year, only 75.3% of children under one year were vaccinated, compared to 83% in the previous year. The department warns that this drop increases the risk of outbreaks of preventable diseases, […]
The guide highlights how travellers can protect themselves from malaria when visiting high-risk areas. It explains that malaria is spread through mosquito bites and emphasizes the importance of taking preventive steps before and during travel to reduce the chance of infection. Recommended measures include using insect repellent, wearing long-sleeved clothing and trousers, sleeping under insecticide-treated […]
The visual explains malaria awareness across the SADC region, showing that most countries in the region are malaria-endemic, including South Africa’s Limpopo and Mpumalanga provinces where the disease is regularly found. It highlights Lesotho and Seychelles as the only SADC countries not affected by malaria. Using a map and mosquito symbols, the visual emphasizes the […]
Health awareness materials are highlighting how malaria is transmitted through a continuous cycle involving mosquitoes and humans. The process begins when an infected female mosquito bites a person, injecting malaria parasites into the bloodstream. These parasites travel to the liver, where they multiply before entering red blood cells and spreading infection throughout the body. The […]
The malaria awareness campaign highlights that the peak malaria season runs from September to April. It uses strong visual messaging, including a mosquito illustration and warning symbols, to emphasise the ongoing efforts to combat the disease and encourage public awareness about prevention and control. The campaign further advises people to seek immediate testing if they […]
The infographic raises awareness about Malaria by highlighting its common symptoms, which include fever, headache, body aches, weakness, nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, diarrhea, and flu-like signs. It encourages people to seek early medical attention by visiting the nearest clinic or doctor for testing and treatment, stressing the importance of quick diagnosis to prevent complications. […]
The infographic raises awareness about Malaria, explaining that it is transmitted through mosquito bites. It uses visual elements such as a mosquito graphic and target symbols to emphasize efforts to reduce mosquito populations and prevent infection. The campaign is part of a broader public health initiative supported by Gauteng Province Health and Asibe Healthy GP […]
Health authorities in Gauteng have expressed concern over a rise in malaria infections, reporting a total of 666 cases and 7 deaths between January and December 2025. The situation has raised alarm as the disease continues to pose a public health risk in affected areas of the province. The first quarter of the year has […]