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This president is putting his money where his mouth is when it comes to...
Mali joins the ranks of countries such as Sierra Leone, South Africa & Burkina Faso to provide free healthcare to moms and tots.
Billions lost: Doctors, hospitals and medical aid members collude to commit fraud
The Special Investigating Unit says it is actively targeting fraudsters in the private healthcare sector.
Men, the HIV prevention pill just got easier. Get the ‘2-1-1’ on what to...
Men who have sex with men can now safely use the HIV prevention pill before and after sex, instead of every day.
Sex for vaccines: Violence may mar the rollout of Ebola jab
Women in the war-torn Democratic Republic of Congo are allegedly being asked for sexual favours in exchange for Ebola treatment.
Five ways to save the world, according to Bill & Melinda Gates
The philanthropic duo give their two cents or rather $200-million on how to deal with the world's inequalities.
Gauteng health department misses deadline to pay junior doctors
With no money for petrol, many doctors have applied for authorised special leave. But some hospitals have warned there will be consequences.
Why money earmarked to fight Ebola may have financed one man’s love life
The World Health Organization launches an inquiry after claims of ‘legendary’ corruption, including racism and sexism.
Unemployed doctors: Why medical schools face a tough choice
It’s the age of austerity and it’s bad news for doctors, nurses and patients alike — unless the state can do more with less.
Code red: Why provinces are forced to outsource ambulance services
Take a look at the results of our latest national survey of how many state ambulances South Africa has on the road.
‘Boys club’ culture at UNAids allowed for sexual harassment and bullying – report
The investigation of an independent panel recommends reviewing whether UNAids executive director Michel Sidibé should continue in his role.
Should you believe the latest smoking figures from this tobacco-funded non-profit?
Claim: 49% of men and 34.1% of women in South Africa smoke tobacco. Is this true? Africa Check investigates.
This bracelet could one day help keep you safe from rape, assaults
How do you fix South Africa’s sexual and reproductive health wrongs? Help people access their rights.
Durban delays re-opening of city’s only needle exchange programme
The project’s closure six months ago forced some injecting drug users to share needles and risk infections such as HIV and Hepatitis C.
How do you say ‘queer’ in isiZulu?
Qhawekhazi (isiXhosa) noun. Heroine / the woman who is a hero with the courage to love another woman.
Estranged bedfellows: Why the private sector remains wary of universal healthcare
Globally, one in four private healthcare groups surveyed won’t work with governments.
How far is South Africa in the fight against HIV and TB? Find out.
South Africa boasts the world’s largest HIV treatment programme but are provinces ready to take the lead?