I am a committed social justice advocate and health equity leader with a strong background in community development, psychosocial support, and human rights advocacy. My work has consistently focused on advancing inclusive health systems and creating safe, supportive spaces for marginalized populations.
Professor Sharon Vasuthevan is a nurse leader, educator, researcher and healthcare consultant specialising in nursing leadership, education, quality and health information systems. She holds a PhD in Nursing and is a Registered Nurse.
Professor Nadiya Ahmed is a General Surgeon and Intensive Care Specialist with extensive national and international experience.
An Affiliated Associate Professor in the Department of Critical Care at the University of the Free State, she currently serves as Acting Group Chief Medical Officer at Mediclinic Group Ltd.
Dr Robyn Holgate is the Emergency Medicine Manager for Mediclinic Southern Africa and the Chief Medical Officer of ER24. She started her medical career as an ICU and trauma nurse, and later completed her Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery (MBBCh) at the University of Witwatersrand in Johannesburg, South Africa. She’s also obtained her MSc in Medicine (in Emergency Medicine).
Monyebodi Hendrica Ngoepe grew up and matriculated in Polokwane. She completed her 4-year Nursing Diploma at Lebone College of Nursing in 1990, followed by a Diploma in Operating Theatre Nursing Science (1993), BCUR Degree in Nursing Administration and Education (1997), and Honours Degree in Health Care Studies (2010) through UNISA.
Every year HASA hosts a world-class conference featuring several international and South African experts in healthcare. An exhibition runs simultaneously to showcase healthcare.