DVA1502 ASSIGNMENT 4 FOR 1ST SEM 2025

With reference to the South African health system, discuss whether the implementation of the National Health Insurance (NHI) supports the effective achievement of Primary Health Care (PHC) and the implementation of Universal Health Coverage (UHC). In your response, consider the potential benefits, challenges, and overall potential of NHI to strengthen equal healthcare access in South Africa irrespective of race, gender, health status and socio-economic conditions. [50 marks] Readings: · Study guide, Learning Unit 3 & other relevant sources To be able to answer the question fully, the student must: Describe the key characteristics of the South African health system [10 marks]. Define Primary Health Care (PHC) and Universal Health Coverage (UHC), highlighting their main objectives and components [10 marks]. Explain the goals of the National Health Insurance (NHI) and its potential advantages [10 marks]. Discuss how the implementation of NHI could facilitate the achievement of the objectives of both PHC and UHC in South Africa [15 marks]. Include In-text referencing and a list of references that must be done according to departmental requirements.