THE Department of Health yesterday announced the appointment of a new provincial head of department for KwaZulu-Natal.
The MEC for Health in KZN Sibongiseni Dhlomo yesterday thanked KZN Premier Senzo Mchunu for the appointment of the new head of department, Dr Sifiso Mtshali.
“Mtshali brings a wealth of knowledge and experience and has led the Inkosi Albert Luthuli Central Hospital (IALCH) with distinction,” said Dhlomo.
IALCH was hailed as second only to Steve Biko Academic Hospital in the achievement of National Core Standards.
“We have full faith in Mtshali’s ability to run this department’s R32 billion budget, which is geared towards the prevention and management of diseases in this province,” said Dhlomo.
Mtshali assumes his duties today.— Witness Reporter