Health Minister addresses funding gap after USAID cuts
Aaron Motsoaledi says South Africa cannot fully replace USAID-funded healthcare programmes, but the priority is ensuring continued ARV access.
Discovery reports a 34% increase in first-half earnings
Discovery announces an increase in first-half headline earnings, fuelled by strong performances in the health insurance sector and the Vitality programme.
Global fund affirms commitment to lenacapavir rollout
The Global Fund for HIV, TB, and Malaria reaffirms its commitment to introducing the twice-yearly HIV prevention jab, lenacapavir, in underprivileged countries.
Impact of Food Insecurity on Obesity Rates in South Africa
Nearly 70% of obese South African adults live in food-insecure households. Experts call for change to tackle obesity, malnutrition, and rising healthcare costs.
Competition Commission probes insulin price fixing
The Competition Commission is investigating insulin manufacturers Novo Nordisk and Sanofi Aventis, raising concerns about accessibility to diabetes care.