Fears of ‘another Esidimeni’ over patient relocation

Alarm bells are ringing over plans to move 172 mental health patients from a Johannesburg facility, with the DA warning of echoes of the Life Esidimeni tragedy. Concerns centre on a lack of transparency, questionable readiness of alternative placements, and limited consultation with families. The party says patient safety must come first and is demanding accountability from the Gauteng Health Department. Phemelo speaks to DA Gauteng shadow health MEC Jack Bloom for more information. Kayafm