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South African Nursing Council

The South African Nursing Council (SANC) is the official regulatory body responsible for overseeing nursing and midwifery professions in South Africa. It sets standards for education, training, and practice to ensure nurses deliver quality care. SANC also issues licenses to qualified professionals, maintains a register of registered nurses, and enforces ethical and professional conduct. Its goal is to protect public health by ensuring competent, ethical, and accountable nursing services across the country.