# The DA in Gauteng is urging the Health Department to fast-track appointing a Chief Financial Officer to address financial mismanagement. The department owes suppliers over 4.8-billion-rand, severely impacting businesses. Public Service Commissioner Vusumuzi Mavuso revealed it has the worst payment record in Gauteng, with many suppliers unpaid beyond 30 days. The DA’s Madeleine Hicklin is calling for the filling of critical vacancies and improved financial oversight to prevent further harm to businesses:
Health Department urged to fast-track appointing a CFO [SOUND]
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