29 June 2025
The SA pharma sector is unfazed by US tariffs, as key leaders assess the situation, ensuring stability and security in the market.
25 March 2025
Challenges in meeting UN Sustainable Development Goals for tuberculosis include late diagnosis, high HIV co-infection, and poverty-related barriers to care.
24 March 2025
The US FDA has warned Aspen Pharmacare, Africa's largest drugmaker, citing breaches in manufacturing standards for eye drops produced at its Gqeberha facility.
19 March 2025
Motsoaledi assures Parliament that the nation remains on track to meet its HIV treatment targets despite cuts in US aid, showing the country's self-reliance.
19 March 2025
Pharmaceutical companies urge the Trump administration and EU to exclude medical goods from tariff wars, warning of potential price hikes and access barriers.
18 March 2025
The Finance Minister's Budget 2025 speech omits mentioning NHI despite references in accompanying documents, highlighting financial and practical challenges.
18 March 2025
A Trump administration decision to pause US foreign aid has disrupted HIV treatment supplies in eight countries, potentially reversing decades of progress.
11 March 2025
Helen Joseph Hospital: An investigation reveals under-resourcing, mismanagement, and a leadership crisis. Urgent action is needed to address these concerns.
11 March 2025
As President Cyril Ramaphosa considers modifications to the National Health Insurance (NHI) Act, Cosatu firmly opposes any changes.
10 March 2025
The Health Minister has released draft regulations for the NHI Act outlining governance and appointment processes. He will oversee key appointments.
10 March 2025
Discovery introduces Personal Health Pathways (PHP), using AI to personalise health recommendations and incentivise healthier lifestyles.
10 March 2025
South Africa's public hospitals are in crisis with unplaced doctors, crumbling infrastructure, and overworked staff. Systemic reforms are urgently needed.