The recent statements by ANC parliamentary chief whip Pemmy Majodina regarding the National Health Insurance (NHI) Bill’s “amendability” have highlighted a significant misunderstanding of the law-making process.
Majodina’s assurance that the Bill can be amended if necessary, simplifies a complex legislative and judicial process.
Once the president signs a Bill, it becomes law. For the NHI Bill, this marks the beginning of its legal journey,