Listeriosis is a serious bacterial disease caused by the Gram-positive, rod-shaped bacterium, Listeria monocytogenes. The bacterium is widely distributed in nature and can be found in soil, water and contaminated food. Animals and food products such as vegetables can...

As of 29 November 2017, a total of 557 laboratory-confirmed listeriosis cases have been reported from all provinces across the country since 01 January 2017. As of 29 November 2017, a total of 557 laboratory-confirmed listeriosis cases have been reported from all...

Media statement by the Minister of Health Dr Aaron Motsoaledi regarding the update on the Listeriosis outbreak in South Africa 04 March 2018 Media statement by the Minister of Health Dr Aaron Motsoaledi regarding the update on the Liseriosis outbreak in South Africa...

Listeriosis Situation Report  11 June 2018 Listeriosis Situation Report 11 June 2018

Statement on Recall of Food Implicated in European Listeriosis Outbreak 17 July 2018 Statement on Recall of Food Implicated in European Listeriosis Outbreak An outbreak of listeriosis (a disease caused by Listeria monocytogenes) linked to frozen corn and possibly...

Statement on Recall of Food Implicated in European Listeriosis Outbreak 17 July 2018 Statement on Recall of Food Implicated in European Listeriosis Outbreak An outbreak of listeriosis (a disease caused by Listeria monocytogenes) linked to frozen corn and possibly...