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SAHPOA was founded by frontline Health Promotion Officers and partners who believe in a future where every HPO is recognised as a professional pillar of the health system.

We exist to strengthen South Africa's public, private, and community health ecosystems by equipping HPOs with skills, ethics, and digital tools to deliver trusted, preventive care.

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Our Work Focuses On:

Professional Advocacy with DoH & BHF
Voluntary Self-Regulation and Credential Verification
CPD and Training Access
Digital Practice Enablement
Employment and Project Placement
Public Confidence through Ethical Governance

Membership

Joining SAHPOA means joining a national movement of recognised professionals.

Member Benefits:

Professional recognition and advocacy for HPO practice numbers
Qualification & background vetting and verified member profile
CPD tracking and access to development courses
Subsidised practice management software

Subsidised tablet and data package for digital health delivery
Access to RHP session-based income opportunities
Placement and project referrals across NGO and private sectors
Voting rights and representation in national policy forums

Advocacy & Policy

SAHPOA represents the collective voice of Health Promotion Officers in engagements with the Department of Health, the Board of Healthcare Funders, medical aids, and the transition to the National Health Insurance (NHI).

We advance the recognition of HPOs as essential medical professionals and ensure that policy reflects the vital role of health promotion in universal health coverage.

Projects & Placements

SAHPOA connects members to paid and volunteer opportunities in private practice, NGO initiatives, and public health campaigns.

Members gain access to verified projects through our digital platform and partnerships with funders like GEMS and community health networks.


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