The Daily DiscourseA detailed Daily Maverick exposé paints a troubling picture of widespread disarray in the province’s ambulance fleet. Reports suggest some vehicles are out of service awaiting repairs, while others are parked at public facilities but cannot be deployed because essential equipment is missing.
A detailed Daily Maverick exposé paints a troubling picture of widespread disarray in the province’s ambulance fleet. Reports suggest some vehicles are out of service awaiting repairs, while others are parked at public facilities but cannot be deployed because essential equipment is missing. Meanwhile, emergency services staff are said to be deeply demoralised. So, is the province’s emergency response system in crisis?
Guest: Dr Mthandeki Xamlashe: Acting HOD the Eastern Cape Department of Health
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