SECTION27 says criminal prosecution for Life Esidimeni tragedy is a significant step towards justice [SOUND]

# SECTION27 says the National Prosecuting Authority’s decision to prosecute individuals implicated in the Life Esidimeni tragedy is a significant step towards justice and accountability. At least 141 patients died between 2015 and 2016, after they were transferred from licensed facilities to unregistered and ill-equipped non-governmental organisations. SECTION27’s executive director, Sasha Stevenson, says the state must demonstrate, through action, its commitment to protecting the rights, dignity, and lives of all mental healthcare users: