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Matrics will still be able to write their final exams if they test positive for COVID-19. 

The departments of Health and Basic Education (DBE) are working together to ensure that matric learners who test positive for the Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) or are a close contact of a positive case, can write their final National Senior Certificate examinations if they are well enough to do so. 

While traditional healers play an important role in people’s physical and spiritual well-being, it is vital that people with HIV and AIDS get the right treatment to improve their quality of life.  

Health Minister Dr Zweli Mkhize has urged all South Africans to be tested for HIV and, if positive, to take their medication correctly. 

This is because if you know your HIV status and take your treatment properly, you will remain virally suppressed, with a strong immune system. “This plays a crucial role in protecting you from contracting other diseases, including the Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19),” says Dr Mkhize.

While the Internet has many advantages it also comes with dangers, especially for children who could be exposed to or groomed for child pornography, another form of gender-based violence. 

Child pornography is a form of child sexual exploitation. It occurs when a person or company uses a child to make pornographic material for a reward or money.

Government launches Safe Space for Men and a community care centre for vulnerable children in North West. 

Men and boys from Letlhakeng La Ga Sedumedi village in Tlokweng in the North West can now play a more active role in contributing towards national efforts to combat the scourge of gender-based violence and femicide (GBVF). 

Chris Hani’s granddaughter is helping society to talk about issues that affect them.

A young artist has taken his success into his own hands after being turned away by galleries.

Self-taught artist Anathi Nkanyuza (25) founded a mobile art gallery to showcase his work after established galleries turned him away because he was not professionally trained.

NPOwer, a first-of-its kind mental health support programme and 24-hour toll-free helpline for non-profit organisations (NPOs), has been launched by Tshikululu Social Investments and the South African Depression and Anxiety Group (SADAG).

The organisation, itself an NPO, offers free mental healthcare and support to all NPOs in South Africa.

South Africa has over 230 000 registered non-profit organisations (NPOs) that assist government with poverty alleviation and community upliftment. However, many do not know that they must fulfil certain legal requirements. 

Only 33% of registered NPOs in South Africa are compliant with the law. 

Despite various myths, anyone can get skin cancer. 

With Skin Cancer Awareness Month taking place from 1 December to 31 January, Vuk’uzenzele highlights the dangers of skin cancer and explains how you can protect yourself from the sun.

“Skin cancer can occur in anyone, despite their race, age and gender. However, if diagnosed early, it can be treated,” says Dr Khensani Ngobeni-Mkize, a Mbombela-based specialist dermatologist (skin doctor).