NHI Public Participation Challenge Reshapes Legislative Focus
The NHI Public Participation Challenge brings a new focus to the Constitutional Court, questioning Parliament's process on the NHI Bill.
Sizwe Hosmed Curatorship Exposes R522m in Duplicate Claims
Sizwe Hosmed’s curatorship intensifies as the CMS alleges R522m in duplicate claims, stale payouts and credit card misuse.
Medical Aid Tax Credit Cut Could Reshape SA’s Private Healthcare
Medical aid tax credits may be withdrawn from 2026. Analysis warns of medical aid membership losses and rising public-sector pressure.
Sizwe Hosmed Curatorship Under Fresh Scrutiny
Sizwe Hosmed Curatorship is under scrutiny as curator Lebogang Mpakati defends private legal matters and outlines steps to restore solvency.
Lenacapavir HIV Prevention Injection to Reach Too Few
South Africa’s first consignment of lenacapavir, a six-monthly HIV prevention injection for high-risk HIV-negative people, will cover fewer than a quarter of the target population. Deliveries are underway and will continue through April. Rollout will begin immediately after delivery, with an initial two-year implementation plan…. Membership Required You must be a member to access this...
Perinatal Mental Health: Risks and Solutions in Pregnancy
As National Pregnancy Week runs from 3-7 February, the South African Society of Psychiatrists (Sasop) is calling on healthcare providers and expectant mothers to treat perinatal mental health symptoms in pregnancy as urgent medical issues. The society says between 16% and 50% of women in South Africa experience depression or anxiety during pregnancy. It adds…...
Human HIV Vaccine Trial Begins With BRILLIANT 011
South Africa launches the HIV vaccine trial, BRILLIANT 01, testing a new vaccine cocktail designed to prime broadly neutralising antibodies.
Bonitas Tender Dispute: Court Action and Tender Controversy
Get insights into the Bonitas Tender Dispute as Bonitas reacts to Medscheme’s challenge over service provider appointments.
Bonitas Medscheme Split Sees Momentum and PHA Win Contracts
Bonitas Medscheme split sees Momentum Health and PHA take over key contracts, as a CMS forensic probe and court action continue.
Mental Health VAT Reform: Cost Trap Deepens Care Gap
South Africans are reporting rising levels of depression and anxiety. Yet access to care is tightening. High out-of-pocket costs and an entrenched shortage of mental health professionals are leaving many people underserved. In particular, those with the greatest need are most affected…. Membership Required You must be a member to access this content.View Membership LevelsAlready...