Poor governance, interference cause specialist doctors shortage
Poor governance and political interference are some of the main challenges leading to South Africa having a shortage of specialist doctors. Many of the professionals opt to work outside the country. This is according to the African United Business Confederation Health Committee and the South African Medical Association. Rural provinces such as North West are the worst affected. Confederation Chairperson, Angelique Coetzee explains. “Last year, 21 000 specialist medical positions […]