PHUTI MOSOMANE
HEALTH Minister Dr Joe Phaahla says preliminary reports showed that four people are alleged to have lost their lives “in a manner that could be directly attributed to the strike”.
Phaahla said the Department of Health continues to observe the situation of the National Education, Health and Allied Workers’ Union (Nehawu) strike and its impact on the health care services throughout.
“The strike has turned violent and a threat to human life as the protesters prevented and blocked the non-striking workers from entering facilities to render much needed to communities, majority of whom depend on the public health services,” Phaahla said.
The Health Minister together with Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi and Gauteng Health and Wellness MEC Nomantu Nkomo-Ralehoko were conducting site visits at various hospitals affected by the Nehawu strike action, which threaten the lives of healthcare workers and patients.
On Thursday protesting workers closed the main entrance
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