Gauteng Health

20 August 2026

The Helen Joseph Hospital staffing crisis raises concerns about emergency care, unpaid doctors, and vacant posts.

3 July 2026

Charlotte Maxeke surgery delays have left 217 children waiting for procedures, with one patient facing a delay of more than 30 months.

1 July 2026

Unsafe cosmetic procedures using unregulated injectables have prompted a national health warning after two patients suffered kidney failure.

15 June 2026

NHLS Debt Crisis grows as Gauteng and KwaZulu-Natal owe billions, raising concerns over public healthcare, diagnostics and patient care.

27 May 2026

The NHLS debt crisis has reached R11 billion, risking the stability of public medical testing services across South Africa.

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

Stay informed about the Gauteng malaria crisis and the alarming spike in cases that poses risks to residents and visitors.

15 April 2026

The Life Esidimeni Criminal Trials will begin as the NPA seeks accountability for the tragedy that claimed 144 vulnerable lives.

15 April 2026

Gauteng surgical backlog reforms aim to reduce waiting lists for 30,600 patients through digital dashboards and surgical marathons.

5 April 2026

Learn about the Gauteng cardiac surgery outcomes and the Health Department's response to DA claims of poor performance.

1 April 2026

The Charlotte Maxeke Cardiac Crisis raises serious concerns. Learn about allegations of poor management and surgical safety issues.

30 March 2026

The report on the George Mukhari patient death reveals critical failings in mental health care and calls for immediate reforms.

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