Whose voice counts? Public participation as a legal and commercial determinant of health in South Africa

Key Points

• This research examines the role of public participation in shaping health policymaking in South Africa.
• Analyzes the legal framework surrounding public participation in health decisions.
• Explores how power dynamics impact timing and outcomes in policymaking.
• Identifies gaps in the analysis of public participation as a health policy determinant.
• Demonstrates that the effectiveness of health policymaking is influenced by public engagement.