President Cyril Ramaphosa held a meeting with Business Unity South Africa leaders to ask them for suggestions on how to make implementing the NHI feasible.

President Cyril Ramaphosa has met with Business Unity South Africa to discuss matters related to the National Health Insurance (NHI) Act.

The President has requested BUSA to put forward specific proposals on the remaining issues of concern as a basis for further engagement. Government remains committed to engaging with all stakeholders in good faith on the process of healthcare reform, and to finding workable solutions that will advance quality and affordable healthcare for all.

While the business sector believes there is room for universal health coverage, umbrella body Business Unity South Africa (BUSA) said none of the concerns raised by the private sector have been addressed.