Mini acknowledged for contribution to the medical sector
He contracted Covid-19 and had been hospitalised for a more than a month. His death was announced by the Council for Medical Schemes.
The death of Dr Clarence Mazwangwandile Mini (69), the chairperson of the Council for Medical Schemes (CMS), has left the health community in shock and was followed by several stepping forward to pay tribute to Mini by acknowledging his contribution to the medical sector.
In a press statement issued by CMS, Grace Khoza, the general manager for stakeholder relations said that Mini contracted Covid-19 and had been hospitalised for a more than a month.
“All of us were hoping that he would pull through,” Khoza said.
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His death was confirmed on May 12.
“This is indeed a sad day for the CMS and the medical schemes industry as a whole.
“This wonderful, compassionate and likeable individual leaves a legacy of having served this country and industry in many capacities with great distinction.
“I join many South Africans in paying tribute to Dr Mini, a great patriot and consummate healthcare professional who chaired the CMS.
“We will miss his compassion, sharp intellect and firm guiding hand,” said Gauteng Premier David Makhura.
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#BHF is deeply saddened by the passing of Dr Clarence Mini. We have lost an industry legend. Dr Mini was no ordinary BHF member, he played a significant role at foundation level at the BHF. He will surely be missed by all. Our sincere condolences to his loved ones and colleagues pic.twitter.com/LpFUBlInWf
— Board of Healthcare Funders (@BHFGLOBAL) May 13, 2020
Gauteng Health MEC Bandile Masuku said the health sector had lost an academic, leader and mentor whose contribution to building a reliable health sector in SA is immeasurable.
“His untimely departure after he tested positive for coronavirus is a painful reminder that this disease discriminates against no one,” Masuku said.
Mini served as chairperson on various health groups including the CMS, the Gauteng Health Accreditation Committee, the National Aids Convention of South Africa and the National Association of People Living with Aids.
He was also a trustee and board member of the Government Employees Medical Scheme and chair of its clinical governance and ex-gratia committee, national director for Family Health International South Africa and national coordinator of Management Science for Health in South Africa.
Mini is survived by his wife Nancy and children Yolisa, Nandi, Yandi and Nomhle.
Our most sincere condolences to the family of Dr Clarence Mini. May his soul Rest in Peace. pic.twitter.com/PeiItncnmb
— HWSETA (@HWSETA_SA) May 12, 2020
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