GLP-1 Medicines Review: South Africa Moves to Expand Access

NEMLC begins a GLP-1 medicines review to assess affordability and potential inclusion in the public health sector for diabetes and obesity

HIV Treatment Retention: South Africa’s Plan for 1.1m Patients

SA faces a crisis in HIV treatment retention as 1.1 million patients disengage from care. The “Close the Gap” campaign aims to fix this.

African Genomics Research Promotes Diversity in Science

UCT launches the African Genomics Short Course to boost African genomics research representation and advance tailored precision medicine.

Illegal weight loss injections: The rising black market crisis

Illegal weight loss injections are flooding the local market as high costs and obesity rates drive a dangerous market for GLP-1 agonists.

SA Teen Pregnancy Statistics Reveal 2,103 Births to Girls 10-14

SA teen pregnancy statistics from Stats SA show 2,103 births to girls aged 10-14 in 2024. Explore provincial hotspots and healthcare impacts.

AIDS-Related Deaths 2024: The Last Mile

AIDS-related deaths in 2024 highlight a stalling decline. Funding cuts and the “last mile” challenge impact the goal of ending AIDS.

Digital Primary Healthcare in Africa: Building Resilience

Digital primary healthcare in Africa is vital as funding drops. AI and digital self-care tools are reimagining primary healthcare.

Life Healthcare Digital Strategy: Human Care Remains Key

The Life Healthcare digital strategy prioritises nurses over tech. Group reports 6% revenue growth and R2.5bn in 2026 expansion projects.

Medical Scheme Tax Credits: Treasury Resists Reallocation for NHI

The Treasury resists reallocating medical scheme tax credits despite the NHI Act. Experts warn this will stall SA’s health equity goals.

Global Fund Financing Crisis and African Health Risks

Uncover the realities of the Global Fund financing crisis and what it means for global health initiatives and future funding.

Competency-Based Medical Curriculum: A Critical Review

SAMA warns about the risks of the WHO competency-based medical curriculum. Discover its implications for medical training and patient safety.

African Paediatric Healthcare Crisis Exposed by Study

Uncover the findings of the CHAMP Study on the African paediatric healthcare crisis and the urgent need for infrastructure improvements.