Someone walks into a clinic with a persistent cough. Perhaps they have been losing weight, waking up with night sweats or feeling unwell for weeks.They may have tuberculosis. But will they be tested?That simple question matters enormously in South Africa, where TB...
CATHCA Updates: September 2026 Spring Edition The Spring Edition of CATHCA Updates shares some of the latest activities, initiatives and developments taking place across the CATHCA network. Under the theme “A Season of Renewal: Bringing Hope, Healing and Compassion to...
That is what lenacapavir offers. It is one of the most exciting developments in HIV prevention in recent years, particularly in Southern Africa, where HIV continues to affect millions of people and places a heavy burden on families and communities. And people clearly...
CATHCA CALLS FOR THE PROTECTION OF VULNERABLE COMMUNITIES AS HIV AND TB FUNDING DECLINES – SACBC As South Africa prepares for a future with reduced international support for HIV and tuberculosis (TB) programmes, health advocates are calling for a careful and...
Introduction: Purpose and Context The Catholic Health Care Association (CATHCA) stands as a vital network of faith-based health facilities and programs serving South Africa, Botswana, and eSwatini. Its work is rooted in Catholic social teaching and built on a mission...
TODAY! on HEALTH MATTERS with Sr Kgomotso – MS ELSA CHINEMBIRI from CATHCA spoke on the Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder. Also, MS KESENTSENG ANNA NKADIMENG spoke on the Catholic Mental Health Ministry They were featured on DSTV 870, www.radioveritas.co.za and...
