Digital Vibes: Health Minister placed on special leave

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President Cyril Ramaphosa has placed Minister of Health Dr Zweli Mkhize on special leave.

The Presidency says this will enable the Minister to attend to allegations and investigations concerning contracts between the Department of Health and a service provider, Digital Vibes.

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

Minister of Tourism Ms Mmamoloko Kubayi-Ngubane will serve as Acting Minister of Health until further notice.