There is no shortage of condoms in the Western Cape, says the provincial health department.
Department spokesperson Mark van der Heever confirmed there had been a noticeable decrease since 2020.
He added that reducing infectious diseases, such as HIV, was a high priority for the department's 2030 vision, which was dedicated to promoting the use of condoms in men and women.The department's spokesperson, Bronagh Hammond, said the WCED received reports regarding the number of pupils who became pregnant.
Hammond added that, if a pupil became pregnant as a result of sexual assault, the principal should follow the procedures in the"Abuse No More" protocol document.
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