This week, the Department of Health will organize the third G20 Health Working Group (HWG) meeting as part of a lineup of G20 events happening throughout the nation this year.
As stated by the department, the two-day online gathering starts on Thursday, May 8, 2025, ending on Friday, May 9, 2025. The discussions will center around the healthcare workforce—a critical component for robust health systems.
The virtual meeting will similarly tackle essential components required for attaining universal health coverage (UHC), boosting health security, advancing equity, and encouraging comprehensive development.
The upcoming two-day conference will center around the theme of “Promoting Health Equity, Unity, and Comprehensive Coverage.”
The discussion will cover multiple subjects such as increasing investments in education, employment, and enhancing skills for healthcare professionals.
Furthermore, the speakers will discuss how to advance digital and technological innovations that boost efficiency among healthcare professionals.
The gathering will likewise highlight the importance of providing holistic care, ensuring adequate protection, and establishing fair working environments for healthcare and caregiving personnel.
The second HWG took place in March in KwaZulu-Natal, where Health Minister Dr Aaron Motsoaledi emphasized the necessity for countries to redirect funds toward healthcare, enhance international health collaborations, and investigate novel financial strategies to bridge funding shortages.
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The G20, also known as the Group of 20, consists of 19 member nations that account for a substantial part of the worldwide healthcare personnel.
Collectively, these nations make up 73% of global healthcare workforce, encompassing roles such as medical practitioners, registered nurses, nurse-midwives, dental professionals, and pharmacy experts.
This team encompasses 59% of the global health workforce population.
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