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Expand on the colleague's posting with additional insight and resources to discussion: The migration of health professionals from the private health sector exacerbates existing healthcare inequalities, particularly affecting the poor who often rely on public services. This internal brain drain results in a concentration of skilled professionals in private facilities, leading to reduced staffing levels and diminished service quality in public healthcare institutions. 3.Addressing challenges in South Africa 3.1Incentive programmes The government has introduced incentive programmes to encourage health professionals to work in underserved areas within the public sector. These may include financial incentives, housing support, or career development (Afriyie, Nyoni & Ahmat, 2019). 3.2Contractual obligation Health professionals, especially those who receive government-sponsored education, may be required to fulfil a certain period of service in the public sector as part of their contractual obligations. This helps to ensure a fair distribution of skills across different healthcare settings. 3.3Career development opportunities The public sector is working to provide meaningful career development opportunities to healthcare professionals, including training programmes, research opportunities, and leadership roles. By enhancing professional growth within the public sector, South Africa aims to retain skilled individuals. 3.4Public-Private Partnerships Collaborations between public and private sector have been established to facilitate.