HIV Testing Practices in Public Clinics Under Scrutiny

Patients in at least three South African provinces have claimed they are being forced to undergo HIV testing at government health facilities. Speaking on the condition of anonymity for fear of future victimisation, individuals in Gauteng, the Free State, and North...

Lack of Data on Foreign Healthcare Users Exposed

Health Minister Aaron Motsoaledi has made a startling admission. Due to a lack of data, the government has no information on the number of foreign nationals using South Africa’s public health facilities. This leaves policymakers blind to the full extent of the...

Vaccine Misinformation: Combating False Narratives

The Gauteng Department of Health has launched a massive vaccination campaign to curb the spread of measles and rubella. Health MEC Nomantu Nkomo-Ralehoko issued a stern warning to parents against dangerous vaccine misinformation circulating on social media. Addressing...

Healthcare Crisis Demands Urgent Action Now

Amidst a backdrop of global turmoil and domestic uncertainty, South Africa stands at a critical crossroads, with its healthcare system facing a crisis that demands immediate and decisive action. While long-term policy solutions like the National Health Insurance (NHI)...

African Nursing Conference Aims for Collaborative Care

Public and private sector nurses from across the SADC region are gathered in Boksburg this week for the Fifth African Nursing Conference. This conference provides a critical platform aimed at bridging divides. It also focuses on forging a united path towards Universal...