Limpopo MEC calls for protections of elders

Limpopo MEC calls for protection of elders

Limpopo Social Development MEC Nkakareng Rakgoale has urged South Africans to continue to care for senior citizens.

Close Up Of Senior Man Suffering With Parkinsons Diesease
Man Suffering With Parkinsons Diesease/ iStock

June 15 marks World Elder Abuse Awareness Day.


Spokesperson for the provincial department Witness Tiva says the aim is to highlight the plight of elders at the hands of their relatives or society. 


"The MEC has urged us all to report cases of emotional and financial abuse meted against older persons."


Listen Tiva below:

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