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NHI Act

02.07.2026

Nicholas Crisp’s NHI departure comes as South Africa’s Health Department faces court challenges, senior suspensions and funding pressures.

05.05.2026

On 5 May, the NHI ConCourt Challenge will discuss whether Parliament met its obligations for public participation in health legislation.

30.03.2026

With NHI stalled, South Africa’s healthcare funding faces real trade-offs on access, affordability and practical reforms now.

16.03.2026

The pause in NHI Act implementation opens a window to improve South Africa's healthcare infrastructure. Discover its implications.

10.03.2026

Understand the current status of NHI preparations in South Africa, including government strategies and ongoing legal challenges.

22.01.2026

NHI truce talks could end court battles and shift focus to workable reforms for universal health coverage.

29.06.2025

Learn about the new NHI act court challenges targeting public participation and constitutionality in South Africa's healthcare system.

05.03.2025

The Board of Healthcare Funders (BHF) has demanded transparency regarding the President's decision to sign the NHI Act, sparking a legal battle.

18.10.2024

The South African Private Practitioners Forum (SAPPF) has launched a legal challenge against the National Health Insurance (NHI) Act, raising concerns about its constitutionality.

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