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Civil society organisations provide budget inputs to parliament

Civil society organisations are sounding the alarm over South Africa’s underfunded public health system, warning that continued neglect is threatening years of progress in reducing […]

RURAL HEALTH CHAMPIONS

Ordinary people in rural areas do extraordinary things

Championing Rural Oral Health: Bulela Vava’s unwavering commitment to oral healthcare in rural communities

By: Palesa Chidi For many rural residents, dental care is a distant luxury, with clinics often far away, over rough roads with limited transport. But […]

Bridging tradition and modern medicine: A unified approach to healthcare

By: Palesa Chidi As South Africa continues to navigate its way toward comprehensive healthcare for all, the integration of traditional medicine into modern medical practices […]

Access to contraception and mental healthcare services are critical to empowering women in rural areas

Published on Spotlight The lack of access to essential healthcare services in rural areas worsens the challenges women face, particularly when it comes to early […]

Celebrating women in healthcare: Professor Nombulelo Magula, a champion for Health

By: Palesa Chidi As we celebrate Women’s Month, we honour the incredible achievements of women who have made remarkable contributions to various fields. One such […]

Stronger Together: Service Providers and Communities Unite at the Rural Health Conference 2024 in Mpumalanga.

By: Palesa Chidi, Celene Coleman and Hanifa Mahlangu “Together WE CAN Make a Difference”: Ms Lungile Kasapato Rural areas face unique challenges such as limited […]

Rural Healthcare Challenges in the Spotlight: Dr Mphothulo Discusses TB at #RHC2024

By: Palesa Chidi and Celene Coleman Healthcare expert Dr Ndiviwe Mphothulo, who has worked in tuberculosis (TB) management for over 20 years, discussed the difficulties […]