Netcare, a well-known private hospital group, is suggesting an increase in collaboration between the government and businesses to address critical issues in South Africa's healthcare system.

The CEO believes that public-private partnerships could offer a more immediate solution to challenges such as long waiting times for medical procedures and a lack of training opportunities for healthcare professionals.

This proposal comes at a time when the healthcare system is facing significant strain and requires urgent interventions.

By combining resources and expertise from both the public and private sectors, Netcare believes that a more efficient and responsive healthcare framework can be established, potentially addressing some of the most pressing concerns in the public sector.