Financial mismanagement leaves Gauteng hospitals struggling

The Gauteng health department has reported R25 billion in irregular spending over the last three years while underspending its budget by over R6.4 billion. This financial mismanagement has left some hospitals struggling to afford basic supplies like taps and toilet paper. Recently, Tim London, a patient at Helen Joseph Hospital, shared a video highlighting the poor conditions and unprofessional behaviour…

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