June 2, 2023

Statement By Minister Of Health Dr Joe Phaahla On The Announcement Of The New Health Ombud

Minister of Health, Dr Joe Phaahla would like to announce that Professor Malegapuru W. Makgoba’s term of office as the Health Ombud has come to an end as of the […]
June 2, 2023

The Office of Health Standards Compliance welcomes the appointment of Professor Mokoena as the new Health Ombud

The Office of Health Standards Compliance (OHSC) welcomes the appointment of Professor Taole Mokoena as the second South Africa’s Health Ombud for the seven years with effect from 1 June […]
June 2, 2023

Outgoing Health Ombud reflects on his term of Office

Wednesday, 31 May 2023 marked the end of the term in the office of the Health Ombud, Professor Malegapuru William Makgoba after serving his full term of seven years. Professor […]
May 30, 2023

Professor Makgoba reflects on his term of office as the first Health Ombud

The term of office for the Health Ombud, Professor Malegapuru William Makgoba will end on 31 May 2023 after serving his full term of seven years.Professor Makgoba was appointed by […]
May 12, 2023

The Office of Health Standards Compliance pays tribute to all nurses

The Office of Health Standards Compliance (OHSC) pays tribute to all nurses across the world in commemorating International Nurses Day, under the theme: “Our Nurses, Our Future” as set by […]
March 22, 2023

The OHSC Board’s concerns about the ongoing labour unrest and disruptions of healthcare services across the country  

The Office of Health Standards Compliance (OHSC) Board and management are deeply concerned about the impact of the ongoing labour unrests in several healthcare facilities in the country which are […]
March 14, 2023

Investigation into allegations against Rahima Moosa Mother and Child Hospital  

The Office of the Health Ombud (OHO) releases a report detailing the findings and recommendations of an investigation into allegations against Rahima Moosa Mother and Child Hospital (RMMCH) in Gauteng […]
March 9, 2023

The OHSC Board’s concerns about the ongoing labour unrest and disruptions of healthcare services across the country

The Office of Health Standards Compliance (OHSC) Board and management are deeply concerned about the impact of the ongoing labour unrests in several healthcare facilities in the country which are […]
November 29, 2022

The Office of Health Standards Compliance: Handover of the certificate of compliance to Nkangala primary healthcare facilities in Mpumalanga Province. 

The handover ceremony is part of the OHSC in ensuring consistent, safe, and quality improvement across the public and private health sectors.
November 10, 2022

The OHSC board and executives met with the Deputy Minister of Health, Dr Sibongiseni Dhlomo on 10 November 2022 at the National Department of Health in Thaba Tshwane. The OHSC outlined its significant role of ensuring health establishments comply to the required norms and standards including the anticipation role in the implementation of the National Health Insurance (NHI).

The OHSC delegation was led by the Board Chairperson, Dr Ernest Kenoshi and Chief Executive Officer, Dr Siphiwe Mndaweni and supported by the executives and senior managers.
September 23, 2022

OHSC Board embarks on roadshows in public and private health sectors

The Office of Health Standards Compliance (OHSC) Board supported by the executives and senior managers will be embarking on national roadshows starting from September to November 2022 in public and […]
September 19, 2022

Regulation Gazette No 46915 of 16-September-2022, Volume 687 No 11492