Madlanga Commission | Spotlight on sick notes delaying the commission

Justice Mbuyiseli Madlanga sharply criticised what he described as a "useless" medical certificate submitted to explain a witness's absence, reigniting questions about the credibility and misuse of sick notes. So, how do employers distinguish between genuine illness and abuse of sick leave? What ethical obligations do doctors have when issuing medical certificates? Can practitioners be held accountable for questionable certificates? And where do traditional healers fit within South Africa's legal framework governing sick notes? Joining us are Professor Arthur Rantloane, Chairperson of the Medical and Dental Professions Board at the HPCSA, and Bruce Mbedzi, Director, Traditional Medicine, Department of Health, Traditional Health Practitioners Association. For more news, visit sabcnews.com and #SABCNews on all Social Media platforms.