Healthcare news and intelligence for Southern Africa

AfroCentric posts mixed annual results with a 74.9% profit drop due to impairments, but higher headline earnings signal a recovery in SA's pharmaceutical sector.

The Autoimmune Association of South Africa (AASA) calls for the Council for Medical Schemes (CMS) to issue clear guidance on medical schemes’ obligations to cover costly specialised treatments for autoimmune diseases amidst growing patient disputes.

Reviving abandoned healthcare reforms in South Africa could reduce public health dependency, triple medical scheme coverage, and improve access to care, says HASA.

The BHF has criticised the second Presidential Health Compact, warning that the NHI Act is unconstitutional and threatens South Africa's healthcare system and medical schemes.

The Pretoria High Court has allowed the RAF to appeal a ruling on stricter claimant requirements, which will impact thousands of road accident victims seeking compensation.

The South African Department of Health will soon release draft National Health Insurance Act regulations, inviting public input to advance universal healthcare.

NHI faces funding challenges to match the quality of private medical aid. Experts warn that significant investment is needed to ensure adequate healthcare for all South Africans.

Experts warn NHI must secure significant funding to match current PMB healthcare services.

Delayed action and reliance on external donations raise concerns about preparedness and health equity on the continent.

The latest Ritshidze report uncovers critical failures in Free State's public healthcare system, with issues like long waiting times, staff shortages and unfriendly service.