‘They must be jailed’: families elated by Life Esidimeni inquest ruling but still want justice
Families welcome ruling over the role of former provincial health officials in tragedy, but had hoped NGOs would also face the music
10 July 2024 - 21:34
The families of some of the scores of people who died during the botched transfer of mentally ill patients from Life Esidimeni facilities to non-governmental organisations said they forgave those implicated in the tragedy as they rejoiced at the ruling handed down in the inquest...
There’s never been a more important time to support independent media.
From World War 1 to present-day cosmopolitan South Africa and beyond, the Sunday Times has been a pillar in covering the stories that matter to you.
For just R80 you can become a premium member (digital access) and support a publication that has played an important political and social role in South Africa for over a century of Sundays. You can cancel anytime.
Already subscribed? Sign in below.
Questions or problems? Email helpdesk@timeslive.co.za or call 0860 52 52 00.