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Life Healthcare H1 Revenue Up 2.4% as Complementary Services Surge

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Life Healthcare delivered a resilient first‑half performance, with revenue up 2.4%, EBITDA up 5.2% and operating profit rising 8.4%. CEO Peter Wharton‑Hood joins Kaya Biz to unpack the recovery in hospital occupancy, the strong momentum in complementary services, and the group’s major expansion projects — including new beds, PET‑CT sites and the 140‑bed Paarl Valley Hospital. We also explore the FY2026 outlook and the biggest risks facing the healthcare sector.
29 May 6AM English South Africa Business News · Investing

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