Welcome to Witbank Coalfields Medical Aid Scheme

WCMAS has been servicing its members, associated Employer Groups, and the community for 75 years.

The Scheme was founded in 1935 and originated from the amalgamation of a number of “medical clubs” operated by some of the Coal Mines in the Witbank area.

These “medical clubs” date back to the early 1920’s and mainly offered their members hospital benefits in return for a monthly membership fee.

In 1935, these “medical clubs” amalgamated and formed the Witbank Coalfields Benefit Society (WCBS), a non-profit organization offering its members medical cover mainly through a panel doctor system.

With the development in the Coal Mining Industry the Scheme went from strength to strength and in 1976 it changed from a Benefit Society to a Medical Scheme, offering members a wide range of benefits at service suppliers of their choice.

After 75 years, the Scheme still has a sound financial record and remains totally committed to its members.  With an active Board of Trustees, and dedicated office staff, we continue to strive to provide members with the most cost effective medical scheme, using innovative methods combined with effective management and administration.