Suspension of Gauteng Health Head a Positive Step
The Freedom Front Plus views the suspension of Arnold Moletana, Head of the Gauteng Health Department, as a step in the right direction for accountability.
Evidence suggests that Moletana accepted bribes, highlighting the need for thorough investigations and reforms in the department.
- Maladministration, fraud, and corruption were uncovered by the Special Investigating Unit (SIU) at Tembisa Hospital.
- The murder of whistleblower Babita Deokaran emphasizes the urgency for reforms.
- The SIU identified 207 service providers, with 108 referred for administrative and disciplinary action.
- Payments of R122 million were made to corrupt officials.
Lawful conduct appears to be the exception rather than the rule at Tembisa Hospital.
Author's summary: Suspension brings accountability, with evidence of bribery and corruption.