1 October 2026
The Eastern Cape cut its medicolegal liability from R38bn to under R19bn, but experts say safer care must follow the savings.
30 April 2026
Medical negligence claims against the state have fallen sharply, but the public health system still faces R62bn in contingent liabilities.
16 February 2026
EC medico legal claims ruling: SCA rejects public care remedy, backs lump-sum damages, and warns of risk to children’s best interests.
3 July 2025
The Board of Healthcare Funders (BHF) will petition the SCA after the Pretoria High Court rejected its bid for low-cost benefit options.