The anger and frustration displayed by Bonitas members is in stark contrast to the distinct lack of urgency from the authorities
The trade union’s political future may be the only rational explanation for its pig-headed support of the ANC’s NHI dream
PMBs cover 271 conditions and cost medical schemes R135bn a year – but complex rules mean members can still face massive out-of-pocket costs
With healthcare costs rising and medical aids under pressure, gap cover fills a growing financial hole – but take-up remains stubbornly low
Discovery has pumped money into growing its bank and investment business, while grabbing market share in life insurance and medical aid
Discovery’s ham-fisted efforts to recoup money paid in error to some members is a lesson in how not to manage a crisis
Broken promises that the NHI won’t be funded by new taxes show it’s driven more by electioneering than a genuine plan to fix healthcare.
Discovery’s CEO has brushed off a market bruising, with a growth target of 15%-20% from here on out