Promoting, Protecting, and Realising the Right to Rural Healthcare by connecting policy, practice and partners

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Core Programmes

  • Advocacy and Communications

    Advocacy and Communications

    Rural Proofing Health Policy Advocating for Political Accountability

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  • Xa Sisonke Siyaphila

    Xa Sisonke Siyaphila

    Strengthening Efforts of Healthcare Activists

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  • The Voice Project

    The Voice Project

    Empowering Healthcare Professionals as Advocates

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News

Proactive Healthcare Governance: A Key to Achieving Universal Health Coverage in South Africa

Primary Healthcare (PHC) is the driving force behind efforts to improve access to quality healthcare for all South Africans. This critical tool aims to bridge the healthcare gap across the country and ensure that people receive the care they need, regardless of their location. The Alma Ata principles underpin this approach, making PHC an integral part of the ongoing fight against the challenges that come with a growing population.

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Rural Health Advocacy Project rallies behind the findings of the Child Poverty report

The Child Poverty report delves beyond the numerical façade to uncover the stark reality of child poverty that has gripped our nation. It lays bare a disheartening truth: a staggering eight million children in South Africa grapple with inadequate nutrition, a blatant violation of our constitutional mandate to ensure that every child is provided with the fundamental right to access basic nutrition. This revelation, undoubtedly distressing, seeks to exert immense pressure on the Treasury, urging them to reconsider their policy stance on financial consolidation and the persistent reduction in social spending

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Rural healthcare — a constant struggle against heavy odds

As the government fails to fulfil its constitutional mandate of providing equitable healthcare services to all South Africans, healthcare workers have stepped in. They often have to moonlight as researchers, community advocates and social workers, and even contribute to health policy development.

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Heroes of rural health were honored at the Rural Health Conference

In a heartfelt tribute to the unsung heroes of rural healthcare, the Rural Health Conference unfolded in a whirlwind of appreciation, recognition, and applause. The event, which took place over three days, served as a resounding testament to the dedicated medical practitioners who tirelessly serve in rural areas.

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African Traditional Medicine Day Recognizes Deep-rooted Practices

In a vibrant celebration of cultural heritage and healing wisdom, African Traditional Medicine Day is observed across the continent. This special day is about honoring the old and wise ways of healing and caring for health that have been practiced in Africa for a very long time. It’s a time to appreciate the methods that have been vital to African communities for generations.

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Navigating Urban Upbringing, Rural Realities, and Healthcare

As Women’s Month unfolds, I find myself reflecting on the journey that has brought me from the bustling streets of the city to the tranquil landscapes of rural areas, and back to the city. The vibrant urban atmosphere that I grew up in, with its skyscrapers and neon lights, helped to establish my outlook on life. But it was my brief stay and frequent visits to rural areas that made the link between urban upbringing, healthcare, and women’s empowerment clear.

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Mental health stigma persists in rural areas 

In the quiet corners of rural communities, mental health challenges often stay hidden and are concealed by stigma. Many people, especially rural individuals lack knowledge of mental illness. The stigma surrounding mental illness makes it difficult for people to acknowledge and get help for their mental health struggles.

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2023