Dr. Ashley Mthunzi, the suspended Chief Executive Officer of Tembisa Hospital, has passed away. The cause of death is still unknown.
Mthunzi was placed on precautionary suspension in August 2022 after an investigation was launched into serious allegations concerning improper procurement and payment of service providers at Tembisa Hospital. Allegations surfaced that he had signed contracts with companies lacking experience in health, particularly during the height of the coronavirus (COVID-19) infections.
Gauteng Health spokesperson Motalatale Modiba expressed sadness, stating, "The Department of Health has learned with sadness about the untimely passing of the Chief Executive Officer of Tembisa Provincial Tertiary Hospital, Dr. Ashley Mthunzi. The department extends the deepest condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues of the late Dr. Mthunzi as they navigate through this difficult period of mourning."
