Author: Compiled by Marelise van der Merwe

Former Public Enterprises Minister Pravin Gordhan has been hospitalized, receiving the best medical care, as confirmed by his family. The statement issued on Tuesday evening did not disclose further details regarding his condition but emphasized the need for privacy during this challenging time. In March, Gordhan announced his retirement post the May election. A respected figure with over five decades in political and activist roles, Gordhan’s career included serving in various government positions before leading SARS from 1999. His tenure was applauded for strenuous efforts against state capture. Despite being briefly removed in 2014, Gordhan made a comeback to the…