By BAKANG MOKOTO
15 October 2025- The Democratic Alliance in Gauteng said it will lay criminal charges against the Department of Health’s former Chief Financial Officer, Lerato Madyo on Thursday. This comes after the DA accuses Madyo of failing to act on slain whistle-blower, Babita Deokaran’s report on possible fraudulent transactions at Tembisa Hospital.
DA Gauteng Shadow Health MEC and Member of provincial Legislature (MPL), Dr Jack Bloom said criminal charges against Madyo will be opened at the Johannesburg Central Police Station. Bloom said she is a chief suspect amongst the small number of those who could have tipped off the mastermind behind Babita’s murder.
“DA delegation will lead the process of laying charges against Madyo and will be joined by the local structures. Solly Msimanga MPL, DA Gauteng Leader of the Official Opposition, Jack Bloom MPL, DA Gauteng Shadow MEC for Health, Madeleine Hicklin MPL and DA Gauteng Spokesperson for Health, will be part of the proceedings.
“The case will be opened at Central Johannesburg Police Station at 10am,” he said.
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