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NHI Bill under scrutiny: High Court orders Ramaphosa to provide reasons of signing NHI into law

President Ramaphosa has been ordered to submit a comprehensive record of the proceedings that influenced his decision to enact the NHI Bill into law. This submission must be delivered within ten calendar days from the date of the ruling.

News Politics
Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

KZN Health Department aims to reconnect over 117 000 people to HIV treatment

The KwaZulu-Natal Health Department is intensifying efforts to reconnect over 117 000 individuals to anti-retroviral treatment as part of the Close the Gap campaign, aiming to combat HIV treatment defaulters and improve health outcomes.

News South Africa Kwazulu Natal
Thobeka Ngema|Published

Urgent medical repatriation: South African entrepreneur rescued from Zimbabwe

A South African entrepreneur falls ill during an exhibition in Zimbabwe, prompting a swift medical repatriation to Limpopo, where he receives urgent care. Premier Ramathuba highlights the logistical challenges faced in ensuring the patient's safe return

News South Africa Limpopo
Thobeka Ngema|Published

La Lucia stabbing leads to attempted murder probe

An attempted murder investigation is underway in La Lucia after a man was stabbed and sought help at a local business, prompting a swift response from emergency services.

News Crime and Courts
Thobeka Ngema|Published

Uganda declares end of Ebola outbreak after swift, coordinated response

Uganda has officially declared the end of its recent Ebola outbreak, following a rapid and coordinated response that involved the Ministry of Health and the World Health Organization (WHO).

News Africa
Thobeka Ngema|Published

Fire breaks out at Tembisa Provincial Tertiary Hospital, following previous blaze

A second fire at Tembisa Provincial Tertiary Hospital raises urgent concerns as recovery efforts from the previous blaze are underway, prompting investigations into safety measures.

News South Africa
Simon Majadibodu|Published

Patient beats nurse: Man arrested for assaulting nurse at Malamulele Hospital

Limpopo health spokesperson Kapudi Moagi said the the patient, who had refused treatment, assaulted the nurse, claiming his belongings were missing.

News South Africa
Jonisayi Maromo|Published

Tragic drowning incident claims the life of a Bluff toddler

A three-year-old girl died in a tragic drowning incident in Bluff, Durban.

News South Africa Kwazulu Natal
Thobeka Ngema|Published

Flu season arrives early in South Africa: Vaccination advice from experts

Flu season has started earlier than usual in South Africa, prompting health experts to urge vaccinations for high-risk groups.

News South Africa
Thobeka Ngema|Published

Watch VideoSouth Africa's flu season begins earlier than expected: Here's what you need to know

Be proactive this flu season: get vaccinated, protect your loved ones, and help keep our communities healthy.

Lifestyle Health
Se-Anne Rall|Published

Impostor doctor detained at Eastern Cape hospital

Security guards at Nelson Mandela Academic Hospital apprehend a man impersonating a doctor, raising alarms about safety in healthcare facilities.

News Crime and Courts
Xolile Mtembu|Published

Urgent call from Rural Doctors Association to prioritise healthcare recruitment

The Rural Doctors Association of Southern Africa urges the Department of Health to prioritise the recruitment of healthcare professionals in rural areas, following the recent approval to hire 1,650 workers amid a growing healthcare crisis.

News South Africa
Karen Singh|Published

South Africa's 1 650 healthcare worker recruitment plan sparks mixed union reactions

South Africa's National Health Council has announced a R1. 78 billion initiative to recruit 1 650 healthcare professionals, with doctors' unions welcoming the plan while nursing organisations condemn the allocation of only 200 nursing positions as 'shockingly inadequate' amid critical staff shortages and burnout.

News South Africa
Karen Singh|Published

Denosa slams Motsoaledi’s ‘insulting’ plan to recruit only 200 nurses

Denosa has condemned Health Minister Dr Aaron Motsoaledi's announcement to recruit only 200 nurses as 'shockingly inadequate' amid a national nursing shortage crisis where projections indicate South Africa could be short 100,000 nurses by 2030.

News South Africa
Simon Majadibodu|Published

Department of health to absorb 1,650 new medical personnel following R1. 780 billion budget boost

Health Minister Aaron Motsoaledi revealed that the department would be hiring 1,200 doctors, 200 nurses, and an additional 250 healthcare workers in other various professions.

News South Africa
Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

Unpaid for three months: KZN hospital cleaners demand justice

Cleaners at Niemeyer Hospital in KZN face a dire situation, going unpaid for three months due to a dispute with the Department of Health. ActionSA demands immediate answers to protect these essential workers.

News South Africa
Lesedi Jonga|Published

Cancer Alliance's weighs next steps as Gauteng Health challenges R784m oncology ruling

The Gauteng Department of Health announced it would appeal a recent Johannesburg High Court judgment in favour of the Cancer Alliance over radiation oncology services.

Cape Times News
Siyabonga Sithole|Published

‘I serve with a smile’: MEC Nkomo-Ralehoko unveils digital upgrade at Tshwane District Hospital

Gauteng MEC for Health, Nomantu Nkomo-Ralehoko, unveils a state-of-the-art health technology centre at Tshwane District Hospital, enhancing patient care with advanced digital X-ray equipment.

News South Africa
Jonisayi Maromo|Published

Justice for cerebral palsy victim: Supreme Court overturns ruling against Eastern Cape Health

The Supreme Court of Appeal has overturned a High Court decision, finding the Eastern Cape Health Department responsible for a child's cerebral palsy due to 'substandard monitoring' during birth. The court highlighted critical failures by medical staff who failed to properly monitor the baby with a cord wrapped three times around its neck.

The Star News
Chevon Booysen|Published

Cancer Alliance fights back as Gauteng Health appeals ruling on R784m oncology services

Cancer Alliance is exploring legal responses after Gauteng Health appealed a High Court ruling that declared the department's failure to provide radiation treatment to 3 000+ cancer patients unconstitutional, despite having R784 million specifically allocated for this purpose since 2023.

The Star News
Siyabonga Sithole|Published

Justice for cerebral palsy victim: Supreme Court overturns ruling against Eastern Cape Health

The Supreme Court of Appeal has overturned a High Court decision, finding the Eastern Cape Health Department responsible for a child's cerebral palsy due to 'substandard monitoring' during birth. The court highlighted critical failures by medical staff who failed to properly monitor the baby with a cord wrapped three times around its neck.

News Africa
Chevon Booysen|Published

Cancer Alliance fights back as Gauteng Health appeals ruling on R784m oncology services

Cancer Alliance is exploring legal responses after Gauteng Health appealed a High Court ruling that declared the department's failure to provide radiation treatment to 3 000+ cancer patients unconstitutional, despite having R784 million specifically allocated for this purpose since 2023.

News Crime and Courts
Siyabonga Sithole|Published

Ghost workers plague KZN Health Department, union demands urgent audit

The National Education, Health and Allied Workers' Union (Nehawu) and the Democratic Alliance are calling for a forensic audit of community health workers in KwaZulu-Natal to eliminate ghost employees draining public funds.

News Politics
Zohra Teke|Published

Bigger isn’t always better: Dr Nombulelo Metuse launches pro bono breast reduction initiative for South African women

Dr Nombulelo Metuse's Pro Bono Breast Reduction Initiative offers South African women a chance to reclaim their confidence and improve their quality of life through free surgeries, addressing both physical and emotional burdens associated with large breasts.

Lifestyle Health
Vuyile Madwantsi|Published

Two-year-old died after being turned away from Limpopo clinic due to missing medical file

A two-year-old's death after being refused treatment at a Limpopo clinic raises urgent concerns over healthcare protocols, while a separate incident involving a nurse's inappropriate social media conduct underscores the fight against child abuse in South Africa.

News South Africa
Simon Majadibodu|Published