5 October 2026
Noncommunicable diseases now cause 74% of global deaths. See what the WHO's latest Global Health Estimates reveal about life expectancy.
30 September 2026
See the leading causes of death in SA, from diabetes and hypertension to TB, with key provincial, gender and age trends from Stats SA.
18 September 2026
GLP-1 medicines alone can't solve SA's diabetes crisis, experts warn, urging earlier screening, coordinated care and better food access.
12 August 2026
Diabetes is now South Africa’s leading cause of death, intensifying concerns for healthcare, the workforce and the economy.
17 June 2026
Diabetes Deaths In South Africa reached 27,692 in 2023, raising calls for screening, education and urgent public health action.
8 May 2026
Aspen Insulin approval marks a milestone for diabetes care in South Africa, ensuring supply security with locally made insulin.
29 April 2026
Diabetes Dashboard gives near-real-time diabetes control data within 48 hours, helping public clinics act faster and target support.
21 April 2026
The Declaration on Diabetes urges a national crisis response, ringfenced sugar levy funds, and stronger primary care for diabetes.
26 March 2026
The SA Mortality Report reveals a decline in deaths in 2023, with diabetes and non-communicable diseases as key factors.
3 February 2026
Roche CT-388 Obesity Drug shows up to 22.5% placebo-adjusted weight loss at 48 weeks, as Roche moves into Phase 3 to challenge Lilly and Novo.
6 January 2026
NEMLC begins a GLP-1 medicines review to assess affordability and potential inclusion in the public health sector for diabetes and obesity
17 November 2025
Health leaders highlight the diabetes crisis in South Africa, urging the declaration of a public health emergency for urgent action.