MBABANE – The arrival of a new batch of antiretroviral drugs (ARVs) at Mbabane Government Hospital has brought relief to many patients after weeks of uncertainty caused by a nationwide shortage.
Minister of Health Mduduzi Matsebula held talks with healthcare workers at the Cooper Centre in Mbabane to tackle the ongoing crisis affecting hospitals and clinics across Eswatini. Representatives from Mbabane Government Hospital, including doctors, nurses, and support staff, joined the meeting to discuss shortages of essential medicines and medical equipment.
The discussions aimed at finding sustainable solutions to restore full healthcare services. While details remain limited, Minister Matsebula said the engagement was valuable and that urgent actions are underway. These include speeding up medicine procurement, restocking equipment, and enhancing coordination between health facilities.
The minister also called on the public to stay patient as improvements continue. Principal Secretary Khanyakwezwe Mabuza attended the closed-door talks.
Staff who participated declined media comments but described the meeting as positive and constructive.
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