Date: 3 October 2025
Venue: The Venue, Melrose Arch

Umvuzo Health proudly hosted its 2026 Benefit Launch on Friday, 3 October 2025, at The Venue, Melrose Arch, bringing together over 150 key stakeholders, including brokers, employer representatives, trustees and industry leaders.

The event marked a major milestone in our journey of delivering accessible, value-for-money, and innovative healthcare solutions to our members. It was a vibrant morning of insight, connection, and celebration, filled with meaningful discussions, good food, and strengthened partnerships that continue to drive Umvuzo Health’s mission forward.

A Glimpse Into 2026

Under the theme “Dedicated to Our Members,” we unveiled enhancements designed to protect value, promote access, and embrace innovation.
Highlights included:

  • Balanced Contribution Adjustments: Scheme average of 7.99%, with benefit inflation between 4% and 6%.
  • Enhanced Benefit Options: Improvements across all five benefit options – Ultra Affordable, Standard, Activator, Supreme, and Extreme.
  • Innovation in Action: Programmes like Healthy Me, Enbiosis, and the SAM wearable device showcasing our drive for technology-enabled care.
  • Value-Added Benefits: Continued success of our Medicine Bags and Mahala Plan.
  • Community Impact: Recognition of our nationwide Sports Tournaments promoting health, unity, and engagement in key industries.

Collaboration and Commitment

The Benefit Launch was more than a presentation of numbers and updates, it was a celebration of trust, partnerships, and people. With brokers, trustees, and employers in attendance, the event reflected Umvuzo Health’s ongoing commitment to collaboration and excellence in service delivery.