Amid concerns over Botswana’s drug supply, the country’s President, Duma Boko, has declared a national public health emergency. He launched a 5 billion pula ($348 million) response plan as the country’s healthcare system buckles under the weight of a...
The National Department of Health has awarded its latest three-year antiretroviral (ARV) tender, valued at R15.5 billion. This decision leaves several of South Africa’s largest domestic pharmaceutical manufacturers without a contract. The government’s...
Danish pharmaceutical giant Novo Nordisk, which rode a wave of unprecedented success with its weight-loss drug Wegovy, has announced a global hiring freeze for non-critical roles. This signals a dramatic shift from rapid expansion to rigorous cost-cutting. Sales begin...
Health Minister Aaron Motsoaledi has introduced a two-week amnesty period for lawyers to withdraw fraudulent medical negligence claims without facing prosecution. This move is part of a nationwide campaign to curb the exploitation of the state’s resources and...
In his February State of the Nation address, President Cyril Ramaphosa expressed optimism about the collaborative efforts among various sectors of society during his tenure. He highlighted achievements like vaccine distribution during the Covid-19 pandemic, combating...
