JOHANNESBURG - South Africa is still feeling the impact of the decision of the Trump administration to cut HIV and TB funding.
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There was finally some good news announced on Wednesday.
In his budget speech, Dr Aaron Motsoaledi said Treasury has released R750 million to fill the gap.
Founder and editor of the Bhekisisa Centre for Health Journalism, Mia Malan discussed the announcement and where it will be used with eNCA.
The Health Minister tabled a R64.8-billion budget, outlining plans to strengthen public hospitals, tackle disease burdens, and begin long-term infrastructure investment across the country.
This comes amid pressure to prepare the system for National Health Insurance and address backlogs worsened by corrupt spending and population growth.
Health Minister Dr Aaron Motsoaledi discussed the department’s priorities and spending plans with eNCA.