South Africa

28 April 2026

The NHI Constitutional Court Challenge moves forward as key figures debate the validity of the public consultation process.

27 April 2026

Weight management spending in South Africa is rising fast as consumers pay for diet support, GLP-1 medicines and healthier food.

27 April 2026

Discover the challenges behind the Gauteng waiting lists for hip replacements, including staffing issues and equipment shortages.

27 April 2026

A new Physicians for Human Rights report warns that recent HIV funding cuts are jeopardising SA's rollout of the lenacapavir injection.

22 April 2026

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

22 April 2026

Oral Phenylephrine Phase-Out debate grows as Sahpra weighs evidence, industry warns on access, and pharmacists call for a gradual transition.

22 April 2026

The new Doctor Entrepreneurship Programme equips clinicians with business skills, grant funding, and loans to transform healthcare delivery.

21 April 2026

Measles Cases in South Africa rise to 1,076 as NICD warns of community spread, wastewater signals, and an adult immunity gap.

21 April 2026

The Declaration on Diabetes urges a national crisis response, ringfenced sugar levy funds, and stronger primary care for diabetes.

15 April 2026

The Life Esidimeni Criminal Trials will begin as the NPA seeks accountability for the tragedy that claimed 144 vulnerable lives.

14 April 2026

Leadership changes at the National Department of Health could reform South African healthcare governance following suspensions and scandals.

14 April 2026

The One Health Summit showcased important discussions on health sovereignty and climate-related health challenges worldwide.

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