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Addressing the surgical care shortage in Africa: insights from the Pan-African Surgical Conference
Join leading experts at the Pan-African Surgical Conference in Kigali, Rwanda, from February 24 to 28, 2025, as they address the urgent need for surgical care in Africa and explore innovative solutions for a sustainable future.
Addressing the surgical care shortage in Africa: insights from the Pan-African Surgical Conference
Join leading experts at the Pan-African Surgical Conference in Kigali, Rwanda, from February 24 to 28, 2025, as they address the urgent need for surgical care in Africa and explore innovative solutions for a sustainable future.
Keep your antediluvian circumcision rituals and let me keep my foreskin
This article explores the urgent need to modernise circumcision practices in Africa, highlighting the dangers of traditional methods and advocating for the integration of medical oversight
Unemployment crises facing South African junior doctors
Explore the alarming trend of unemployment among newly qualified junior doctors in South Africa, as budgetary constraints and recruitment inefficiencies leave many without jobs despite a critical need for healthcare professionals.
Health professional empowers youth to take control of their sexual health
Veronicca Ndhlovu, once a 17-year-old girl struggling with a discriminatory healthcare system, now leads the charge for youth-friendly sexual health services in South Africa. Her journey highlights the urgent need for improved sexual health education and support for young people facing the realities of teenage pregnancy and HIV.
A true legend and man for all seasons
Dr PN Govender - a true legend of medicine, community, pioneering father of anti-apartheid medical movements and socio-economic resistance, and profound author, literary scholar and stalwart - man for all seasons.
Ramaphosa to champion health issues at G20 Summit
As South Africa prepares for its G20 Summit presidency, President Cyril Ramaphosa aims to highlight vaccine equity and the continent’s health challenges on a global stage.
Ground-breaking mRNA technology summit kicks off in Cape Town
Health experts convene in Cape Town for a summit aimed at enhancing mRNA vaccine production capabilities in low- and middle-income countries, addressing challenges and sharing progress.
Every child deserves to smile
Learn about the humanitarian efforts of the Smile Foundation and its partners in providing life-changing surgeries for underprivileged children.
Healthy Living Alliance urge SA diners to embrace traditional foods on health menu
Food is a fundamental part of our cultural identities
Acting President Paul Mashatile finally signs Second Health Compact amid opposition from business, labour
Mashatile said that involving the private sector, labour and civil society would be key to ending inequality in healthcare, but there has been widespread opposition from business.