Medical schemes face double whammy
Hard-pressed consumers forced to seek cheaper options, while impact of NHI looms
16 February 2025 - 00:00
The number of small medical aid schemes is expected to dwindle as the high cost of living forces consumers to look for cheaper options, and if the contentious National Health Insurance (NHI) scheme succeeds, it could squeeze the industry further. ..
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