Framing Analysis
All available reporting from AllAfrica confirms that the NHI rollout is paused while the Constitutional Court examines whether fair processes were followed for the NHI Act, with a judgment not expected before December 2026 or early 2027. The same source states that the NHI Act restricts many foreigners from HIV treatment, while the National Health Act provides free primary care to anyone not on medical aid regardless of status. Health Minister Aaron Motsoaledi stated that denying treatment to foreigners would work in reverse against HIV control, and no deadline exists for amending the NHI Act.