The Gauteng Department of Health says hypertension cases are rising among adults under 45 across the province. More than 69,000 new cases were recorded in the 2025/26 financial year, with over 26,000 in people aged 18 to 44. Officials warn the condition, known as the "silent killer," remains a leading cause of stroke, heart disease and kidney failure. We spoke to  Steve Mabona, Gauteng Department of Health's Spokesperson to unpack these findings and what they mean.

<p>The Gauteng Department of Health says hypertension cases are rising among adults under 45 across the province. More than 69,000 new cases were recorded in the 2025/26 financial year, with over 26,000 in people aged 18 to 44. Officials warn the condition, known as the "silent killer," remains a leading cause of stroke, heart disease and kidney failure. We spoke to&nbsp; Steve Mabona, Gauteng Department of Health's Spokesperson to unpack these findings and what they mean.</p>

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Gauteng Department of Health says hypertension cases are rising among adults under 45 across the province.

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