News Bulletin 28 June 2026
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Partnership support for young people affected by substance abuse (Levia Mbatha Clinic and SANCA)
The bulletin says collaborations between Levia Mbatha Clinic in Evaton and the South African National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence provide essential support to help individuals begin and sustain recovery journeys.
- Who it is for
- young people affected by substance abuse and individuals seeking to begin and sustain recovery
- How to act on it
- Access support through Levia Mbatha Clinic in Evaton and the partnership described in the bulletin
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These collaborations continue to provide essential support, helping individuals begin and sustain their recovery journeys.
HIV prevention options (including Lenacapavir) via nearest clinic
The bulletin encourages people who want to protect themselves from HIV to visit their nearest clinic to learn about prevention options available to them, including Lenacapavir eligibility.
- Who it is for
- people who want to protect themselves from HIV
- How to act on it
- Visit your nearest clinic and ask for information about prevention options available to you
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“I wish I could be among those eligible to receive Lenacapavir, but I would like to encourage everyone who wants to protect themselves from HIV to visit their nearest clinic and learn more about the prevention options available to them,” he said.
Rehabilitation programmes to support recovery from substance use disorder
The bulletin says that, as part of recovery, people can rebuild their lives with the support of rehabilitation programmes.
- Who it is for
- young South Africans affected by substance use disorder
- How to act on it
- Seek help and access rehabilitation programmes through the support around you (as described in the bulletin) and attend clinic check-ups and appointments as part of recovery
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Now on the path to recovery, Ntshingila is actively rebuilding his life with the support of rehabilitation programmes and those around him.
Adolescent and Youth Friendly Services unit at Orchards Clinic (ages 10 to 24)
The bulletin reports that Orchards Clinic in Orange Grove, Johannesburg, has launched an Adolescent and Youth Friendly Services unit as a safe and welcoming space for young people aged 10 to 24.
- Who it is for
- young people aged 10 to 24
- How to act on it
- Go to Orchards Clinic in Orange Grove, Johannesburg, to use the Adolescent and Youth Friendly Services unit
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Orchards Clinic in Orange Grove, Johannesburg, has launched a new Adolescent and Youth Friendly Services unit, creating a safe and welcoming space for young people aged 10 to 24.
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Reference
https://www.gauteng.gov.za/Publications/News%20Bulletin%20-%2028%20June%202026.pdf
Key Takeaways
- date: 28 June 2026
- organization: Gauteng Department of Health
- person: Dikgang Ntshingila
- issue: substance use disorder and rehabilitation
- health conditions: HIV, hypertension, diabetes, tuberculosis
- prevention option mentioned: Lenacapavir
- partners: Levia Mbatha Clinic (Evaton); South African National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence
- location: Gauteng, South Africa
- subject: youth substance abuse and recovery support
Dates
Closing Date
28 June 2026