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Novo Nordisk has partnered with Aspen to produce insulin for Africa, but critics say it fails to address the shortage of insulin pens in SA’s public hospitals.

The US is slashing prices on 10 top prescription drugs by up to 79% as part of the Inflation Reduction Act. The move targets high drug costs.

The signing of the Presidential Health Compact has been postponed to August 22 amid concerns about the NHI. Sama and Busa oppose the compact’s support for the NHI plan.

Africa CDC declares a public health emergency over fast-spreading Mpox outbreak from the DRC, with over 15,000 cases reported in 2024.

Mpox outbreak in African countries highlights the need for a regional response. Strengthening surveillance, control measures, and vaccine access is crucial.

Business Unity South Africa opposes the upcoming health compact’s focus on NHI, arguing that it is unaffordable and unworkable.

Liberty says the closure of its health unit is due to a ‘lack of scale’ resulting in operating losses.

Explore how Gauteng fails cancer patients amid political battles over healthcare reform and the National Health Insurance.

The National Health Insurance (NHI) Act is a reality, sparking hopes for universal healthcare, yet concerns over patient choice and care quality persist.

ICPA-member pharmacies still await payment for extra Covid-19 vaccine doses, raising concerns about financial risks under National Health Insurance.

Africa CDC is set to declare a public health emergency as a fast-spreading Mpox outbreak impacts six countries, with over 12,300 cases and 500 deaths reported.