Ramathuba threatens to fire hospital staff over long wait times during a surprise visit

Frustrated by long patient wait times at a Limpopo hospital, premier Dr Phophi Ramathuba delivered a stern warning to staff that failure to assist patients promptly would result in dismissal.Ramathuba, who has served as the province’s health MEC in the past, made an unannounced visit to the hospital, where she engaged with patients who had been waiting in line from as early as 5am when she arrived just before noon on Thursday.The delays were blamed on staff responsible for distributing patients’ medical records. One doctor told the premier: “The doctors are waiting for patients…