Zimbabwe has taken a significant step towards reshaping its health system, launching a high-level validation workshop for its National Health Strategy 2026-2030. Health Minister Douglas Mombeshora told stakeholders the strategy arrives at a “defining moment” for the country. He urged them to view it not as a policy document, but as an actionable roadmap. Importantly, it is aligned with Zimbabwe’s…
Tag: Health Infrastructure
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Gauteng Waiting Lists Hit Up To 10 Years At Major Hospitals
Gauteng patients who need hip replacements are waiting between three and 10 years on public hospital lists. Gauteng health MEC Faith Mazibuko disclosed the scale of the delay in a recent reply to Democratic Alliance (DA) questions in the Gauteng legislature. Mazibuko linked the growing backlog to several operational pressures across the province. She said a high proportion of older…
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Future Pandemic Preparedness: South Africa’s Warning
South Africa’s future pandemic preparedness has dwindled. This is compared to its readiness in 2020. The reasons include healthcare cuts and a waning sense of vigilance. It has been five years since the COVID-19 lockdown. Top virologist Professor Shabir Madhi has a warning. He says the healthcare system has deteriorated. Progress Hindered Initial public health investments were made. However, progress…
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Experts warn against using PIC funds for NHI and hospitals
In a recent development, South African Health Minister Dr Aaron Motsoaledi suggested using PIC funds to finance the construction of public hospitals and support the NHI initiative. However, financial experts argue that the PIC, which manages over R2.7 trillion in assets for the Government Employees Pension Fund (GEPF), should only fund revenue-generating government health projects that align with its mandate.…
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PIC’s possible role in public financing health Infrastructure
The Department of Health and National Treasury are discussing potentially leveraging South Africa’s R2.3-trillion savings pool to upgrade public health infrastructure. This is part of the department’s preparation for implementing National Health Insurance (NHI). The Department of Health is working to address infrastructure challenges that could impact its rollout. The focus is on finding sustainable funding sources, with the Public…