SABC News reports that the Limpopo Department of Health (DOH) says continued attacks on clinics that are located in rural areas undermine their commitment to render 24-hour services across the province.

This after two armed men attacked the Mashamba clinic outside Thohoyandou on Saturday night. DOH spokesperson Neil Shikwambana said the armed men went to the clinic at around 9 pm, under the pretext of needing medical attention. No one was harmed, as security officers managed to move nurses into a secure location after the men entered the clinic. The attackers also did not manage to steal anything, as security called the police promptly. “The increasing number of criminal activities against health care facilities is a cause for concern, and they underscore the critical need for safety and security with the health care facilities which are dedicated to providing essential services around the clock,” Shikwambana pointed out. He thanked the security personnel at Mashamba clinic for their gallant stance that helped to protect the facility and the staff who were on duty.”

• Read the original of the short report in the above regard by Pimani Baloyi at SABC News

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