South Africa’s hard-won gains against the ongoing HIV crisis and AIDS are facing a perilous new challenge following significant cuts to US funding. These cuts have sparked fears of a resurgence in infections and deaths. Health Minister Dr Aaron Motsoaledi, once...
The looming implementation of the National Health Insurance (NHI) Act is casting a long shadow over South Africa. NHI sparks alarm among critics who are expressing profound concern over its viability. This is particularly due to the well-documented struggles within...
Life Healthcare Group Holdings Ltd has announced a robust operating performance for the first half of its financial year. The company showcased significant growth driven by strong patient activity. Also, the benefits reaped from strategic acquisitions completed in the...
In a significant development for global health, two of the world’s leading organisations, the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria, and the Gavi vaccine alliance, are in discussions to merge some operational functions. This strategic move aims to...
Even before the recent meeting with President Trump in the Oval Office, it was evident that the new US administration was closely scrutinising South Africa. Topics like health reform and the potential threats of punitive import tariffs were at the forefront. There...
