All pregnant and lactating women and all children under 6 are entitled to free health services. Let us know if you’re struggling to access them.

SECTION27 launched a successful urgent application on behalf of a pregnant minor who was denied access to #termination of pregnancy services at a public hospital in #Gauteng .
Meet the team behind the case.
#ReproductiveHealth
Read the statement: rb.gy/y2t1g

WATCH LIVE | Today at the #LifeEsidimeni Inquest, former Premier David Makhura takes the stand.

Judge Teffo calls him to shed light on Qedani Mahlangu's statement about contract termination with Life Esidimeni.
#InquestUpdates
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Congratulations Allan Maleche my friend you are a rockstar, even if you are too busy you’re forgiven today!

🥳We extend our heartfelt congratulations to Prof. Ann Skelton, our former Director, who has been elected as the Chair of the UN Committee on the Rights of the Child! We will continue supporting and working with her for children worldwide.
Read more here: surl.li/heukt

WATCH LIVE | Today, the #LifeEsidimeni Inquest takes a significant turn as for Finance MEC Barbara Creecy, former MEC steps in to testify. Requested by Judge Teffo.
#LifeEsidimeni #InquestUpdates
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Empowering Futures: SECTION27 inspires change at the Wits Career Fair! Our tireless work champions the right to quality education, healthcare, and social justice for all.
Read about our work here: section27.org.za
#Employment #SouthAfrica

SECTION27 attorney Zeenat Sujee sheds light on Gauteng's 'monumental lapse' in rehiring a sex pest teacher in a recent article. #Education lies at the heart of our work, we remain committed to safeguarding learners' rights. Find out more here: bit.ly/3IavZJM

🧵The TAC and Doctors Without Borders (MSF) Southern Africa, jointly represented by SECTION27 have filed papers in the Pretoria High Court to intervene in a compulsory license application for access to #Trikafta , a life-saving medication used to treat cystic fibrosis. 👉msfsa.me/3O19dbc

WATCH LIVE | The #LifeEsidimeni inquest continues unveiling the 2016 tragedy. A landmark inquest exposing the urgent need for #MentalHealth reform.
#HealthJustice
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TAC and Doctors Without Borders (MSF) Southern Africa backed by SECTION27 intervene in a case for a lifesaving cystic fibrosis drug priced at over R5 million.

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#AccessToMedicine #TAC #cysticfibrosis #Health

TAC and Doctors Without Borders (MSF) Southern Africa, backed by SECTION27, take a step towards affordable medicine #access . They've filed papers at the Pretoria High Court, to intervene in a vital case for a compulsory license on Trikafta, a life-saving #cysticfibrosis drug.
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[TUNE IN] TAC National Chairperson Sibongile Tshabalala will be live on Imvula FM at 18h15 talking about the court case for a compulsory license on Trikafta, a life-saving Cystic Fibrosis drug.

#Cysticfibrosis #AccessToMedicine #treatmentactioncampaign #TACLeads #section27

SECTION27’s legal team are in preparation to cross examine the former MEC Qedani Mahlangu in the #LifeEsidimeni Inquest.
Sasha Stevenson Adila Hassim Mbali Baduza Faatima Laher

WATCH LIVE | The Life Esidimeni Inquest resumes today as the Gauteng Health MEC presents crucial evidence. The MEC's testimony is expected to shed light on the government's role in the tragedy.
#HopeForJustice #LifeEsidimeni
Watch the livestream here:
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Mental health has been identified as a key area of public health concern in South Africa and globally by several authors and research findings.

Join us at the 1st Mental Health Conference to learn more about the work of SECTION27 regarding mental health.
#MentalHealthAwareness

Join SECTION27’s Kholofelo Mphahlele for a panel discussion on inclusivity, women and youth today at 7pm.
Join here: bit.ly/3owxkDL

#Crcagbv#Inclusivity#women#Youth#Disability#governance

Christine Nxumalo shares a harrowing story of loss. Christine's sister, Virginia, was among the Life Esidimeni Mental Health users who died during the tragedy. She goes on to mention the lack of implementation of policy and more. Foundation for Professional Development (FPD) South African Government National Department of Health Masiviwe

JUST IN: Struggle for #migranthealth rights still far from over after landmark judgment. SECTION27 Mbali Baduza Kholofelo Mphahlele Sasha Stevenson National Department of Health Gauteng Health Nomantu Nkomo Ralehoko Scalabrini Centre CALS Southern African HIV Clinicians Society (SAHCS) Doctors Without Borders (MSF) Southern Africa UNHCR News equitableaccess_russrensburg
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Join us for a case briefing on 24 April, featuring SECTION27 attorney Sibusisiwe Ndlela, who will provide expert insight on the Gauteng High Court's landmark ruling for #healthcare equity and #migranthealth .
Register here: bit.ly/3GRDvZt