Weskoppies Hospital reconnected after Tshwane power cut sparks outrage

By Alicia Mmashakana

The Gauteng Department of Health has reassured the public that Weskoppies Hospital is now fully operational, ensuring uninterrupted patient care while reconnecting the facility to the electricity supply.

This comes after the City of Tshwane’s decision on Monday to disconnect electricity to the hospital.

The department has also confirmed that it was already in the process of settling the R1.2 million owed for March and April electricity consumption when the municipality implemented credit control measures.

The City of Tshwane disconnected the electricity due to outstanding debts exceeding R1 million, as part of its Ya Tima campaign targeting non-paying customers.

In response, Gauteng Health has committed to paying the outstanding amount, leading to the hospital’s reconnection, as stated by Tshwane mayor Nasiphi Moya.

The move has sparked significant backlash, with critics condemning it as inhumane, reckless, and endangering patient safety.

Gauteng Health spokesperson Motalatale Modiba said power supply