The Best Medical Insurance in South Africa

Finding the right medical insurance in South Africa shouldn’t be complicated or expensive. At Day1 Health, we offer affordable, reliable medical insurance designed to give you fast access to private healthcare — with no waiting periods for most conditions. Whether you’re looking for flexible family plans or the best medical insurance in South Africa for individuals, our very affordable plans deliver value, security, and peace of mind from the moment you sign up.

Why choose Day1 Health as your Affordable Medical Insurance

Trusted & Regulated Provider

• Over 20 years in operation — “the best medical insurance in South Africa since 2003”
• Dual regulation by the Council for Medical Schemes and the Financial Sector Conduct Authority, ensuring compliance and oversight

Simple, Transparent Pricing

• No confusing medical-aid rates or hidden fees—straightforward, affordable premiums suitable for various income levels

Fast Claims & Helpful Support

• Simplified claims process and supportive service team praised by members

Extensive Nationwide Network

• We own a network of GPs, dentists, optometrists + top private hospitals (Life Healthcare, Mediclinic, Africa Health Care) for seamless access

Real Customer Satisfaction

Day1 Health is the best — they rescued me out of debts in time of need and I would recommend it to a lot of people. All my hospital bills are paid in full including my son who was not yet on the cover after birth as he was admitted.

I would like to thank Day1 Health for paying the hospital account when my husband had 2 heart attacks a few weeks ago. The claim was for R23 000 and they paid everything within a week of submitting the claim. We have always received wonderful service.

My family and I have been with Day 1 for years. Never encountered any issues with the payments to service providers. I'd recommend highly for any person looking for a reliable medical insurance. It's very affordable as well and there is a large network of doctors and dentists.

I would like to take the time to say thank you for the Medical plan covering my cost with my injury and for the great assistance and help from Tumi Selemela and Johan assisting me with my enquiries and accounts they have gone above and beyond to assist me and direct me the right directions, will recomend the Hospital plan to anyone

I was referred by my sister inlaw to Day1 Health and I can not thank her enough. I'm very pleased with their service, friendly staff and prompt responses to my queries. I will definitely recommend Day1 Health to all my loved ones.