President Ramaphosa places Health Minister Mkhize on special leave

In a statement on Tuesday afternoon, Ramaphosa said the special leave will enable the minister to attend to allegations against him.

Mkhize is embroiled in a R150 million Digital Vibes tender scandal.

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"This period of special leave will enable the minister to attend to allegations and investigations concerning contracts between the Department of Health and a service provider, Digital Vibes,” said Ramaphosa.

"The Special Investigating Unit is investigating this matter and the President awaits a report on the outcome of this probe."

Tourism Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi-Ngubane will temporarily take over the reins at the Department of Health.