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NHI

“The Government Doesn’t Owe You,” According to South Africa’s NHI

August 29, 2019

Following the discussions about the NHI (National Health Insurance), I am struck by how little regard is given to self-ownership. To preclude the possibility of ownership by someone else, self-ownership is a necessity. Black Africans were enslaved in the Americas …

South Africa’s New ‘Healthpas’ Policy Violates the Constitution

Martin van Staden

August 16, 2019

When seeking care from a hospital or doctor, patients will now be required to present their proof of registration with the National Health Insurance (NHI) Fund to access healthcare services. Registration can be refused. Never before have South Africans’ constitutional …