What is the leading cause of death in South Africa?

Original Article by Yoliswa Sobuwa | Health-e News | 27 September 2024

SA's leading cause of death is debated, with Stats SA citing Covid-19 in 2020, while the SAMRC claims HIV/AIDS remains the country's top killer.

SA’s leading cause of death is debated, with Stats SA citing Covid-19 in 2020, while the SAMRC claims HIV/AIDS remains the country’s top killer.

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