The Special Investigating Unit has revealed shocking details of billions lost to corruption at Tembisa Hospital, exposing the scale of rot that continues to cripple South Africa’s public health sector.
These revelations have once again put the country’s healthcare system in the spotlight, raising urgent questions about oversight, accountability, and leadership.
Health Minister Dr Aaron Motsoaledi has voiced his shock at the extent of the decay, underscoring just how deep the crisis runs.
Once again, at the heart of the debate is the question of accountability.
Should blame fall squarely on hospital management for allowing corruption to fester, or does the Department of Health itself bear the ultimate accountability for failing to act sooner?