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The Western Cape has over 1400 confirmed infections with health workers not only battling the virus but also fighting off criminals.
“We have staff at some public transport interchanges and are working on expanding this. The department would need to report these robberies. However, I will flag this with management,” said Smith. She said their nightmare began when one of the perpetrators pointed a gun at her friend and took his nursing bag.
“At the recent media briefing, the head of department said the department is liaising with the Department of Transport to explore at ensuring safer transport arrangements for staff,” added Van der Heever. Khaya Sodidi spokesperson for the Democratic Nursing Organisation of South Africa said they were concerned about the safety of staff even before the lockdown.
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