He is expected to answer questions in relation to the tender fraud.
The former Health Minister appointed Buthelezi as the department’s director-general in July 2020.
According toNews24, Buthelezi was asked to state reasons as to why he should not be suspended.
Nicholas Crisp has been appointed as the Health Department’s acting director-general following Sandile Buthelezi taking leave to answer questions on the Digital Vibes scandal. Image: @CMSCares4uSource: Twitter
Popo Maja, the Department of Health’s spokesperson, confirmed that Buthelezi is on leave for 10 days.
Mkhize allegedly has close relations with the company.
During a Standing Committee briefing, the SIU stated that it was investigating the PPE corruption case and others.
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