Health Professions Council of South Africa - HPCSA

04/09/2025

🌍 The Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) is proud to be represented at the 16th International Conference on Medical Regulation 2025, organised by the International Association of Medical Regulatory Authorities (IAMRA) and hosted by the Medical Council of Ireland. The conference will take place in Dublin, Ireland, from 3–6 September 2025.

🎙 Dr Magome Masike (Registrar, HPCSA)

📌 Healthcare Leadership Interventions and Their Performance in Sub-Saharan Africa – A Scoping Review

📌 Health Workforce Challenges in the Southern African Development Community (SADC) and the Contributions of Healthcare Practitioner Regulatory Agencies

🎙 Professor Justin August (Chairperson: Professional Board for Psychology, HPCSA)

📌 Developmental Pathways Programme for the Profession of Psychology

🎙 Ms Lenore Spies (Chairperson: Professional Board for Dietetics and Nutrition, HPCSA)

📌 Towards a New Nutrition Professional for South Africa: Meeting the Needs of All Citizens Within an Evolving Healthcare Environment

💡 Through these presentations, the HPCSA continues to advance dialogue on strengthening health systems, promoting professional regulation, and shaping the future of healthcare globally.

02/09/2025

🤖✨ Have you tried the HPCSA AI Chatbot yet?
It is available 24/7 to assist you with quick answers and guidance.
Visit 👉 www.hpcsa.co.za and give it a try today!

02/09/2025

💻 New YouTube Upload!

We have just added a step-by-step video tutorial on how to access the online portal.

👉 Watch here: https://youtu.be/oW_PwMEiXzs?si=wvOnNGwL-WRyvGcc

02/09/2025

🚑 Calling all Emergency Care Practitioners in the North-West and Free State!

The Professional Board for Emergency Care, under the HPCSA, invites you to a CPD-accredited Stakeholder Engagement Roadshow.

📍 Venue: Protea Hotel Klerksdorp, Barend & Margaretha Prinsloo Street, Klerksdorp

📅 Date: 12 September 2025

🕘 Time: 09:00 – 16:00

✅ CEUs will be confirmed for CPD

✨ Attendance is FREE – don’t miss out!

👉 Register here: https://forms.office.com/r/7NxzEqkgbY

27/08/2025

📢📢The HPCSA Chat bot is now live! We invite you to try out the new AI Chatbot and share your feedback to help us optimise this innovative service. Access the Chatbot now by visiting www.hpcsa.co.za

23/08/2025

👩‍🔬The Professional Board for Medical and Dental Professions was honoured to attend the African Institute of Medical Scientists (AIMS) Launch Event: Next Generation of Biomedical Scientists, hosted by Eduvos.

The launch highlighted the importance of empowering biomedical science students across Africa by bridging the gap between academic study and industry opportunities. We look forward to continued collaboration in shaping the future of biomedical science and supporting the next generation of researchers and professionals.

22/08/2025

Board representatives, Council officials, and North West Province-based Radiography & Clinical Technology (RCT) practitioners sharing compelling insights on patient informed consent, complaints management processes, the role of the Inspectorate Office, ethical considerations, and Continuing Professional Development (CPD).

22/08/2025

Currently underway at ANEW Resort Hunters Rest in Rustenburg is the Radiography & Clinical Technology (RCT) stakeholder engagement roadshow for practitioners in the North West Province. The Board and practitioners are engaging in interactive discussions on professional matters, making this a valuable Continuing Professional Development opportunity.

20/08/2025

📢 Upcoming Webinar

The Professional Board for Dietetics & Nutrition invites all practitioners to a webinar on Social Media Guidelines.

📅 Date: Wednesday, 27 August 2025
⏰ Time: 17:00 – 18:00
📍 Online (Zoom)
🎓 Accredited for 1 CEU (Ethics)

✅ Attendance is free, but RSVP is required.
🔗 Register here: https://hpcsa-co-za.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_hxXsAALwTDqpD7rq4NMX0Q

15/08/2025

12/08/2025

Join the Fight Against Corruption in KwaZulu-Natal

The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) is calling on all stakeholders in KwaZulu-Natal – from government and academia to civil society, business, and research organisations – to take part in a Virtual Consultative Meeting.

The SIU will be presenting the draft Risk Framework, a powerful tool to help combat corruption. This is your opportunity to share your input and help shape a framework that protects communities and promotes accountability.

The meeting will be held virtually as follows:

Date: Wednesday, 13 August 2025

Time: 10:00-11:00

To join the meeting, click the link below to RSVP. Once your confirmation is received, a meeting link will be emailed.

https://forms.office.com/r/1RDS2rFUVd

Issued by: The Special Investigating Unit, KwaZulu-Natal (SIU)