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

September 17, 2022

Media Statement -World Patient Safety Day 17 September 2022

17 September 2022 Patient safety challenges – Medication without harmWorld Patient Safety Day – 17 September 2022 The Office of Health Standards Compliance (OHSC) plays a key role in applying […]
February 22, 2022

OHSC conducts outreach campaigns around Pixley Ka Seme Local Municipality, Mpumalanga

18 February 2022 The Office of the Health Standards Compliance (OHSC) an entity established to ensure both the public and private health establishments comply with the required health standards engages […]
February 22, 2022

What you need to know about the inspection and certification of hospitals, clinics and doctors’ practices

5 November 2021 The Office of Health Standards Compliance (OHSC) was created by Parliament to protect and promote the health and safety of users of health establishments across the country. […]