THPASA Newsroom

THPASA Newsroom

THPASA Newsroom is the editorial and reporting desk of the Traditional Health Practitioners Association of South Africa (THPASA). The newsroom produces news reports, interviews, feature articles, statements, and public-interest content covering Indigenous Health Sciences, African Traditional Medicine, traditional health governance, practitioner development, research, policy, and community affairs. Articles published under this byline may be compiled from contributions by multiple reporters, editors, researchers, or official THPASA sources.
  • Joined: June 9, 2026
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The National Traditional Healers Lekgotla: Towards a Collective Voice for Abelaphi Bendabuko?

Two Traditional Health Practitioners standing in front of the National Traditional Healers Lekgotla 2026 banner during the inaugural gathering of Abelaphi Bendabuko in South Africa.

As practitioners from across South Africa gathered under the banner of the National Traditional Healers Lekgotla 2026, moments of fellowship, unity, and shared purpose reflected the spirit of a sector determined to shape its own future. The Lekgotla provided a platform for Abelaphi Bendabuko to engage on issues of identity, Indigenous Knowledge Systems, professional recognition, legislative reform, economic empowerment, and collective representation. Through dialogue and collaboration, practitioners reaffirmed their commitment to advancing traditional healing while preserving the cultural and spiritual foundations upon which it stands.

THPASA Digital Platform Update

The Traditional Health Practice Association of Southern Africa NPC (THPASA) is pleased to provide an update regarding the continued development and expansion of our official digital platform. Over the past several months, significant progress has been made in transforming the…