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South Africa’s health ministry misappropriated of millions of dollars during the coronavirus pandemic, a report has said, accusing senior officials of corruption and fraud.
The report by the Special Investigating Unit, released by President Cyril Ramaphosa, found wrongdoing by former health minister Dr Zweli Mkhize and others, according to AP. Mkhize resigned last month.