Author: Laetitia Rispel

South Africa’s health ombudsman recently published the findings of an investigation into Rahima Moosa Mother and Child Hospital. The investigation followed the publication of a video showing pregnant women lying on the hospital floor, as well as complaints by patients’ family members. The ombudsman’s investigation produced shocking findings, including severe overcrowding and staff shortages at the facility. There haven’t been any substantial upgrades to the hospital since it was built 80 years ago. Laetitia Rispel has been researching health policy and systems for over 20 years. She asked Professor Emeritus Yosuf “Joe” Veriava – who has been involved in South…