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South Africa's health department seeks alternative medicines amid drug shortages | Mukoko News

Homeafrican-cultureSouth Africa's health department seeks alternative medicines amid drug shortages

african-culture1 min readBy Robin-Lee Francke

South Africa's health department seeks alternative medicines amid drug shortages

By Robin-Lee Francke·October 31, 2026·South Africa

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South Africa's health department is seeking alternative medicines due to essential drug shortages.

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As essential medications face shortages, South Africa's health department is on a mission to secure alternatives.

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Length: 16 words · 1 min read
Published: October 31, 2026
Byline: Robin-Lee Francke
Source: IOL