Insulin deal faces criticism over lack of insulin pens

Original Article by Christina Pitt | Bhekisisa Centre for Health Journalism | 16 August 2025

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.

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.

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