For over two decades, Right to Care has been doing what others said couldn’t be done in public health—launching South Africa’s first public HIV treatment programmes, building robotic pharmacies that dispense medication in under three minutes, and leading the first African-run global health consortium across 17 countries. We are a Johannesburg-born nonprofit that has grown into one of Africa’s most important health organisations.
Most health NGOs do one thing well. We do several. We deliver clinical services, provide technical assistance to governments, manage complex donor grants, build our own technology, and run original research—all under one roof. Here’s what that looks like:
Tuberculosis (TB) is one of the world’s deadliest infectious diseases, claiming millions of lives each year. Despite being preventable and curable, many people lack access to timely diagnosis and treatment, leading to unnecessary suffering and death. The consequences of untreated TB are dire: The good news? TB is curable. With
Chronic conditions like diabetes, hypertension, and HIV require ongoing management. Without proper care, they can lead to serious complications, reduced quality of life, and increased healthcare costs. The challenges of living with a chronic condition include: Daily Management: Taking medication, monitoring symptoms, and making lifestyle changes can feel overwhelming.Health Risks:
Ahead of World Tuberculosis (TB) Day tomorrow, Dr Lucy Connell, TB programme lead at health NPO Right to Care, says, “South Africa has one of the highest TB rates in the world. Right to Care supports SA’S theme for World TB Day this year which is ‘Yes! You and I
HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) remains a significant global health challenge, affecting millions of people worldwide. Despite advances in treatment, many still face stigma, lack of access to care, and misinformation about the virus. Without proper prevention, treatment, and support, HIV can lead to serious health complications and a reduced quality
Circumcision helps reduce the sexual transmission of HIV by as much as 60%. HIV remains a challenge in SA despite gains made in addressing the epidemic. Dr Khumbulani Moyo, Head of the VMMC programme at Right to Care, explains, “Winter is South Africa’s peak circumcision season, and our experienced teams
