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North West Health saddened by tragic loss of Cuban-trained doctor

───   06:52 Tue, 02 May 2023

North West Health saddened by tragic loss of Cuban-trained doctor  | News Article

North West Health MEC, Madoda Sambatha, has reacted with shock to the death of one of the Nelson Mandela Fidel Castro medical scholarship beneficiaries in the province.

According to information it is alleged that the driver of a vehicle hit a speed hump and lost control, which sent it into a river where it was quickly submerged. 

Reports indicate one student managed to escape from the car and was able to pull others out.

However, the student seated in the front had a seatbelt on, and as a result, it took longer to get her out.

At the time of her passing the student was finishing her training. 

MEC Sambatha has also sent his condolences to the family, loved ones and colleagues of the deceased.

OFM News/Joba Matsheng

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