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Tag: Transparency

  • UK Health Aid Transparency Under Increasing Scrutiny

    British International Investment’s integrity is under fire following reports that millions of pounds of UK health aid have gone to corrupt and irresponsible healthcare companies. According to BII, this agency is responsible for investing funds to help “poor and marginalised sections of society.” However, recent reports indicate an obvious breakdown in UK health aid transparency. Investigators found that the agency…

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  • Gems Contribution Increase Sparks call for Removal of Leadership

    Public sector unions have escalated pressure on the Government Employees Medical Scheme (Gems). They are calling for the immediate removal of the scheme’s principal officer, Dr Stanley Moloabi, and its executive leadership. This move follows anger over recent premium increases. Unions describe weak oversight, poor governance, and inadequate member protection as their concerns. In a memorandum delivered to the Gems…

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  • NHI Complaints Unit and its Centralised Approach

    As South Africa moves towards the implementation of the National Health Insurance (NHI), specific provisions within the NHI Act regarding complaint management have become a significant point of contention. Recent court challenges have highlighted the issue. Sections 42 to 44 establish a centralised investigative unit within the NHI Fund. This unit is the exclusive authority for handling all complaints. These…

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