Aquity Innovations NPC

This , we are reminded that meaningful change begins with service.

From strengthening tuberculosis and lung health services to advancing cervical cancer prevention and improving access to quality healthcare, we believe that everyone deserves the opportunity to live a healthy life.

Today, we honour Madiba's legacy by continuing to work alongside communities, partners and healthcare providers to ensure that no one is left behind.

Together, through compassion, collaboration and action, we can create lasting impact.

This , we honour the courage of the young people who helped shape South Africa's democracy while reflecting on the challenges facing today's generation.

One of those challenges is mental health.

As conversations around Men's Mental Health Awareness Month continue, there is growing concern about the rise in mental health challenges among young men. Many are navigating unemployment, financial pressures, social expectations, uncertainty about the future, and the pressure to appear "strong" even when they are struggling.

Too often, young men suffer in silence.

Let's challenge the stigma around mental health and create spaces where young men feel safe to speak, seek support, and ask for help when they need it.

We believe that building healthier communities starts with recognising the whole person. Through our work supporting health programmes, research, and partnerships, we are committed to advancing health equity and improving wellbeing for all.

Together, we can help ensure that no young person feels they have to face their struggles alone.

Day 2 of the

The Pluslife exhibition, which showcased a near point-of-care TB NAAT (Nucleic Acid Amplification Test) solution for tuberculosis diagnosis. The technology enables rapid TB testing and results in community and primary healthcare (PHC) settings at a fraction of the cost of conventional laboratory-based testing.

In addition, the platform is designed for ease of use and does not require specialised technical expertise to operate, making it a promising tool for expanding access to timely TB diagnosis.