Let’s talk about diphtheria with Prof. Anne von Gottberg (Video)
Diphtheria is a preventable but potentially life-threatening infection that has recently re-emerged in parts of the world. In this video,
October 22, 2025
September 2025
Let’s talk about HIV with Dr Tendesayi Kufa-Chakezha
HIV affects people of all ages and backgrounds. In this video, Dr Tendesayi Kufa-Chakezha explains the signs and symptoms to
October 20, 2025
Weekly measles and rubella situation report (week 41 of 2025)
Measles and rubella surveillance data and analyses are updated daily and reported weekly. The reported figures may be influenced by
October 20, 2025
Diphtheria situational report (week 41 of 2025)
Between 1 January 2024 and 12 October 2025, 80 confirmed cases of respiratory diphtheria, 1 probable respiratory diphtheria case, and
October 17, 2025
Let’s talk about typhoid fever with Phuti Sekwadi (Video)
Typhoid fever remains a serious public health concern, especially in areas with limited access to clean water and sanitation. In
October 17, 2025
Foodborne diseases explained: How to stay safe (Video)
Every year, millions of people fall ill from foodborne diseases caused by harmful bacteria, viruses, and parasites. In this video,
October 17, 2025
Let’s Talk About Malaria with Dr Jaishree Raman (Video)
Did you know that malaria is only endemic in three provinces in the country? Dr Jaishree Raman, Principal Medical Scientist
October 15, 2025
What you need to know about EPI and clinic vaccination (Video)
Are your little ones up-to-date with their routine vaccination? Dr Vuyiswa Kumalo, Medical Officer at the Outbreak Response Unit in
October 15, 2025
Diphtheria situational report (week 40 of 2025)
Between 1 January 2024 and 05 October 2025, 77 confirmed cases of respiratory diphtheria, 1 probable respiratory diphtheria case, and
October 10, 2025
Weekly measles situation report (week 40 of 2025)
From week 1 to week 40 of 2025, national measles surveillance has detected an increase in measles cases. As of
October 10, 2025
Rabies facts you should know to stay protected (Video)
Rabies remains one of the most serious yet preventable diseases in South Africa. Through this short animation, the NICD explains
October 10, 2025
Let’s talk about measles with Dr Kumalo (Video)
Measles is highly contagious, but understanding it can help keep you and your loved ones safe. Learn the common symptoms,
October 8, 2025
Weekly measles situation report (week 39 of 2025)
From week 1 to week 39 of 2025, national measles surveillance has detected an increase in measles cases. As of
October 6, 2025
Diphtheria situational report (week 39 of 2025)
Between 1 January 2024 and 03 October 2025, 77 confirmed cases of respiratory diphtheria, 1 probable respiratory diphtheria case, and
October 3, 2025
Weekly measles situation report (week 38 of 2025)
From week 1 to week 38 of 2025, national measles surveillance has detected an increase in measles cases. As of
September 29, 2025
Diphtheria situational report (week 38 of 2025)
Between 1 January 2024 and 21 September 2025, 77 confirmed cases of respiratory diphtheria, 1 probable respiratory diphtheria case, and
September 26, 2025
Diphtheria situational report (week 37 of 2025)
Between 1 January 2024 and 14 September 2025, 76 confirmed cases of respiratory diphtheria, 1 probable respiratory diphtheria case, and
September 19, 2025
The critical role of NMCs in South Africa’s outbreak response system
Laura De Almeida, Publications Officer, chats with Dr Susan Nzenze, Head of Notifiable Medical Conditions and Acting Head of the
September 18, 2025
Weekly measles situation report (week 37 of 2025)
From week 1 to week 37 of 2025, national measles surveillance has detected an increase in measles cases. As of
September 18, 2025
NICD urges the public to seek urgent medical care for fungal diseases
As we observe Fungal Awareness Week (15–19 September), the National Institute for Communicable Diseases (NICD) reminds the public to remain
September 18, 2025
WHO Polio Reference and Redistribution Centre launched in South Africa
On Friday, 12 September 2025, the World Health Organization (WHO) unveiled a Polio Reference and Redistribution Centre at the National
September 17, 2025
