Question NW364 to the Minister of Health
07 March 2024 - NW364
Chirwa, Ms NN to ask the Minister of Health
What is the (a) total number of nurses that are currently unemployed in the Republic and (b) statistical breakdown of unemployed nurses in each province?
Reply:
The Department of Health does not keep a database of unemployed health professionals including the nurses. However, all health professionals, including nurses, whether employed or unemployed, are required to remain registered with their relevant statutory health councils, this being the South African Nursing Council in the case of nurses.
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