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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29 August 2026
Young adult mental health claims have risen 80% in a decade, Discovery Health data shows, as earlier care-seeking reshapes demand.
28 August 2026
The Dis-Chem succession is pivotal as founder Ivan Saltzman resigns from formal roles. Learn about the changes happening now.
28 August 2026
Ectopic pregnancy deaths remain preventable in South Africa as delayed diagnosis and treatment expose gaps in district care.
27 August 2026
Childhood immunisation coverage is falling sharply in SA as measles and other diseases spread. See why health officials are concerned.
27 August 2026
Rasonque, a pancreatic cancer treatment from Revolution Medicines, offers a new option for advanced patients. Discover its benefits.
27 August 2026
Discovery’s headline earnings are expected to rise by up to 36%, supported by South African and Vitality growth.
26 August 2026
GEMS principal officer Stan Moloabi is suspended during an internal review. Learn more about this significant development.
26 August 2026
Gauteng healthcare bribery allegations involve queue jumping, patient files and medicine collection. Officials face investigation.
25 August 2026
GLP-1 generics could cut obesity drug costs, challenge illegal sales and expand access as more semaglutide products seek approval.
25 August 2026
Research funding has partially recovered with the reopening of NIH grants, but new restrictions underscore the need for domestic investment.
24 August 2026
Cancer sugar shield research from UCT reveals how tumours evade immunity and could support new vaccines, biomarkers and precision therapies.
24 August 2026
Parmed medical aid reform could make membership voluntary for MPs, judges and other office-bearers, opening access to alternative schemes.
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