Dr. Ndiviwe
MPHOTHULO
A powerful voice in medicine, history, and social justice.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Dr. Ndiviwe Mphothulo is a seasoned South African medical doctor, author, and passionate advocate for social justice in healthcare. With over 23 years of clinical experience—more than 20 of which have been dedicated to the management of HIV and TB—Dr. Mphothulo has devoted his career to improving health outcomes in underserved communities, particularly in rural South Africa. Born in Soweto and raised between Soweto and the Eastern Cape, Dr. Mphothulo's commitment to medicine and social change was shaped early in life. His fascination with history, combined with a deep awareness of South Africa’s struggle for equality, inspired a career that blends medical practice with advocacy, education, and storytelling.
ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS
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MBChB – Medical Degree
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Diploma in HIV Management (SA)
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Master of Public Health (MPH)
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Master of Business Leadership (MBL)
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PhD Candidate – Focused on Public Health Systems and Social Justice
PROFESSIONAL FOCUS
Dr. Mphothulo has extensive experience in:
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HIV and TB clinical care
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Rural health and district hospital systems
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Primary healthcare delivery
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Public health policy implementation
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Health education and leadership development
He is well known for his grounded, empathetic approach to medicine and for simplifying complex medical knowledge to benefit practitioners and communities alike.
PUBLISHED WORKS
Dr. Mphothulo is the author of several works that merge clinical guidance with lived experience:
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TB Clinical Cases From Taung (2015)
A collection of real-life TB cases from a rural hospital setting. -
The South African HIV and TB Handbook (2024)
A practical guide for managing HIV and TB in primary care, aligned with national treatment guidelines. -
Medicine and Activism (2025)
A tribute to South African doctor-activists who shaped healthcare through courage, advocacy, and resistance.