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Plan to integrate Sangomas into primary healthcare system in South Africa

Published

17 September 2026

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regulatory

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Health

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South Africa

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Fusion42 · 17 September 2026 · Fusion42 review

South Africa's Health Minister announces progress on integrating traditional health practitioners, including sangomas, into the primary healthcare system through forthcoming regulations and a draft policy framework addressing their role in referrals, training, and collaboration within the national health system.

This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Health.

◆ ◆ The Wire takeaway

You must prepare for new regulatory requirements as South Africa formalises traditional healers’ role within mainstream healthcare. This creates openings to engage on referral networks and training initiatives ahead of policy finalisation.

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