The World Bank has reported that up to 34% of Nigeria's public expenditure on health and education is lost due to absenteeism. This finding was revealed in the latest Human…
South Africa's healthcare sector is at a pivotal moment with the new government and the proposed National Health Insurance (NHI) scheme on the horizon.
"No matter the direction of the country's…
UN Deputy Secretary-General Amina Mohammed has emphasized the urgent need for innovative solutions and bold policies to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), urging the international community to commit to…
The National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) has announced significant changes to healthcare costs in Nigeria, with a 60% increase in capitation and a 40% rise in Fee-For-Service (FFS) fees.
This decision…
Stakeholders are urging for a coordinated approach in the enforcement of President Bola Tinubu’s executive order, which eliminates tariffs, excise duties, and value-added tax on imported pharmaceutical ingredients. They emphasize…
In a landmark move to reduce the high costs of producing essential medical supplies locally, President Bola Tinubu has signed an executive order suspending import duties and value-added tax (VAT)…
DOJ Issues Sentences for Ex-Outcome Health Executives in $1 Billion Fraud Scandal
The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has announced the sentencing of three former executives from Outcome Health, a…
Nigeria’s Federal Government Reiterates Dedication to Digitizing Healthcare for Universal Health Coverage
The Federal Government of Nigeria has reaffirmed its commitment to achieving Universal Health Coverage (UHC) through the comprehensive digitization…
The Director General of the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC), Mojisola Adeyeye, has praised President Bola Tinubu for signing an Executive Order aimed at boosting…