Reflecting on the mid-term budget of ‘unmet expectations’ for healthcare workers

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On the back of the mid-term budget given by finance minister, Enoch Godongwana – it’s clear to see that SA’s health system is still on its knees. and the propsected budget unfortunately shows no sign of relief for the healthcare industry. We speak to Russel Rensburg, Director of the Rural Health Advocacy Project and Dr. Alex van den Heever, Chair of Social Security Systems Administration and Management Studies at Wits University to find out more.
15 Nov 2021 2PM English South Africa Education · Careers

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