Shiimi highlights challenges with govt healthcare spending

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2024-10-14

WINDHOEK, 10 October 2024 - Minister of Finance and Enterprises, Iipumbu Shiimi pictured at the government information centre. (Photo by: Linea Dishena) NAMPA

By Linea Dishena
WINDHOEK, 14 OCT (NAMPA) - Minister of Finance and Public Enterprises, Iipumbu Shiimi has attributed government expenditure of about N.dollars 3.2 billion per year on the Public Service Medical Aid Scheme (PSEMAS) to the scheme using outdated 2014 benchmark tariffs.
This financial strain has prevented the adjustment of tariffs to more current levels, leading to reduced healthcare for civil servants as some healthcare providers op...

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