South Africa

South Africa’s Health Professionals Collaboration is preparing a legal challenge against the National Health Insurance Bill

today15 May, 2024

Background

South Africa’s Health Professionals Collaboration is preparing a legal challenge against the National Health Insurance Bill. President Cyril Ramaphosa is set to sign the bill into law. Representing over 25-thousand healthcare workers, the organisation has expressed disappointment, citing ignored submissions and concerns about the bill’s constitutionality and impact on patient care. Spokesperson Simon Strachan advocates for a sustainable and patient-centric healthcare system:

 

Written by: Leonard Witbeen