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President Rhamaphosa engages business leaders, paving the way for NHI dialogue

18 September 2024: 18:30

President Cyril Ramaphosa has met with Business Unity South Africa (BUSA) to discuss the National Health Insurance (NHI) Act, fostering a mood of cautious optimism among business leaders.

Following Tuesday’s meeting, BUSA expressed encouragement regarding the government’s "openness to engage" on issues it had raised regarding the Act.

The meeting included Health Minister Aaron Motsoaledi, Deputy Minister Joe Phaahla, and representatives from the Presidency and the National Department of Health. Both government and business leaders reiterated their commitment to the NHI’s goals of achieving universal health coverage and addressing healthcare inequalities in South Africa.

Ramaphosa emphasized the importance of constructive dialogue, urging businesses to present proposals rather than criticism. He highlighted the need to consider the political, economic, and social implications of implementing the NHI.

BUSA plans to submit a proposal to address its concerns, aiming to make the NHI workable, affordable, and implementable while advancing universal health coverage. Ramaphosa remarked that he had discussed NHI issues with the Minister of Health and that all concerns should be discussed to find viable solutions to the healthcare challenges the country faces.

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