Why healthcare cannot ignore spiritualityBy Dr Chioma Ohanjunwa and Dr Mapheyeledi Sibindlana, Africa Centre for Inclusive Health ManagementMedical equipment, health professionals and medicines are vital to South Africa’s healthcare system. But most treatment plans overlook a crucial element of health: spirituality. Patients feel disconnected from the healthcare systemHistorical tensions within coloniality have seen traditional medicine and spiritual practices largely excluded from healthcare systems in many African countries. Considering the scope and magnitude of our healthcare challenges, we can no longer afford to ignore the spiritual dimensions of health. ___________________________________________________________________________________________Dr Chioma Ohanjunwa is a Senior Lecturer at the Africa Centre for Inclusive Health Management (Africa Centre) at the University of Stellenbosch.