The atmosphere surrounding South Africa’s healthcare governance has been strained for several years. The National Department of Health (NDoH) has failed to secure a clean audit for five consecutive years. High-profile scandals, including the Digital Vibes controversy and disputed oxygen tenders, have defined this period. Recent events have further destabilised the organisation. The suspension of the Director-General and the Chief…
Tag: Dr Aaron Motsoaledi
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South Africa’s TB Crisis Claims Over 500,000 Lives in Nine Years
More than half a million people in South Africa died from tuberculosis (TB) between 2015 and 2023. This is a staggering toll for a disease that has been treatable for decades. Delivering the state of TB in South Africa before Parliament, Health Minister Dr Aaron Motsoaledi confirmed the country continues to lose thousands of lives each year. This occurs despite…
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Emergency Funds Provide Lifeline for Medical Research
Health Minister Dr Aaron Motsoaledi has announced a significant financial intervention from the National Treasury. They are releasing an initial R753 million in emergency funds. This aims to mitigate the severe impact of recent US funding cuts on South Africa’s health system. These emergency funds are the first part of a potential multi-phase government response. Its success hinges on effective…
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Medical Schemes Face Legal Action Over Profiling
The Council for Medical Schemes (CMS) is considering legal action against major medical aid schemes and administrators in response to the report. It found evidence of racial profiling against Black healthcare providers. Medical schemes could be heavily impacted. The Council for Medical Schemes (CMS) has warned it may pursue legal action, potentially through the Equality Court, against some of South…
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Motsoaledi’s Budget Aims to Strengthen Health System
Health Minister Dr Aaron Motsoaledi has outlined a budget of R64.8 billion for the 2025/26 financial year. He presented a plan to Parliament aimed at strengthening the public health system. This system has been battered by years of austerity and recent geopolitical challenges. Within Motsoaledi’s budget, there are strategies in place to address infrastructure issues and healthcare staff shortages. In…