Medical Inflation

2 October 2026

Get insights into the 2027 medical aid contributions increase by South Africa's leading schemes. Understand the factors behind it.

12 June 2026

Employer health insurance costs may rise in 2027 as US firms shift higher premiums, deductibles and drug expenses onto staff.

24 May 2026

The GEMS solvency ratio is projected to fall below the legal 25% threshold, following the scheme's capping of premium hikes.

22 April 2026

Rising medical aid premiums spur Cosatu and Fedusa to demand tighter regulation of private healthcare pricing after GEMS’ 9.5% hike.

15 January 2026

GEMS tariff intervention planned as government responds to sharp price hikes affecting public service members and affordability pressures.

10 November 2025

Understand the implications of mega gap claims and soaring medical aid shortfalls on healthcare costs for South African patients.

15 September 2025

Brace for rising medical aid premiums as costs soar beyond inflation rates. Discover the reasons behind this trend.

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