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Addis Ababa
October 9, 2026

Patrick Ngassa Piotie

Chairperson, Diabetes Alliance; Co-founder, Diabetes Research Centre, University of Pretoria

79 deaths a day: South Africa’s diabetes crisis needs a new strategy

79 deaths a day: South Africa’s diabetes crisis needs a new strategy

Diabetes is manageable. With timely support, people can lead long, healthy lives free from preventable complications.

Patrick Ngassa Piotie·9 Oct 2026