Healthcare Investment Drives Growth and Productivity

Leaders in emerging markets are under pressure. Economies are strained. Geopolitical tension is rising. Growth must be sustained. Yet policy debates often miss one core driver of national performance: health. In fact, healthcare investment drives growth by improving...

Barrs Pharmaceuticals Secures R92m Hetero Investment

Barrs Pharmaceuticals has exited business rescue after agreeing to sell a controlling stake to Hetero. The deal signals a reset for a local manufacturer that has faced both operational disruption and regulatory pressure. Wirestock Creators | Shutterstock_2124050108...

US WHO Withdrawal Official, Organisation Plans Deep Cuts

The US WHO Withdrawal became effective in late January 2026, ending Washington’s formal membership in the World Health Organisation after a one-year notice period triggered by an executive order signed on Inauguration Day of Donald Trump’s second term. Awargula |...

Human HIV Vaccine Trial Begins With BRILLIANT 011

South Africa has launched its first-ever human HIV vaccine trial. It is a landmark for a country that remains the global epicentre of HIV. The long-term ambition is clear. Scientists want a safe, affordable vaccine given in the first year of life, with no need for...

Bonitas Tender Dispute: Court Action and Tender Controversy

South Africa’s second-largest open medical scheme, Bonitas, is opposing an urgent court application by Medscheme to block the appointment of two new service providers. The Bonitas Tender Dispute centres on Bonitas’ decision to end a 44-year administration relationship...