Healthcare news and intelligence for Southern Africa
Daily reporting for the pharmaceutical, medical scheme and hospital sectors, published by Health Matters since 1994.
8 October 2026
Cancer in South Africa is rising, with deaths forecast to nearly double by 2050. Learn what ageing, smoking and urbanisation mean for care.
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9 June 2026
Learn about workplace mental health and the pressing need for companies to tackle stress and anxiety at work.
2 June 2026
The Semaglutide Compounding Dispute intensifies as Novo Nordisk takes iDexis to court over illegal manufacturing of weight-loss injections.
2 June 2026
South Africa's Suicide Rate hits 21.1 per 100,000. New warnings highlight a rising burden, big productivity losses, and policy action.
2 June 2026
Dis-Chem Franchise Expansion accelerates as the group targets 500 independent pharmacy conversions to boost market share.
2 June 2026
SA pharma localisation faces hurdles as Trade Minister warns against foreign investor conditions that undermine domestic procurement.
2 June 2026
Life Healthcare Expansion Plans include adding beds, new labs, and specialists as the group targets higher occupancy across its SA network.
1 June 2026
The Constitutional Court's decision against National Health Insurance opens new avenues for healthcare reform in South Africa.
1 June 2026
Stay updated on the South African retail pharmacy scene as Clicks and Dis-Chem battle it out with innovative strategies for consumer loyalty.
1 June 2026
Charlotte Maxeke Hospital repairs are set for August completion, boosting Gauteng healthcare after a five-year delay and procurement scrutiny.
1 June 2026
New research reveals Antibiotic Resistance In Salmonella is rising globally due to climate change. Learn about the impact on health systems.
1 June 2026
Netcare Growth Expectations have been lowered for 2026 after GEMS cut benefits. Discover how this impacts private healthcare providers.
1 June 2026
Compounded GLP-1 injections are at the centre of a regulatory dispute. iDexis challenges SAHPRA and SAPC recall orders.
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