The Economic Freedom Fighters accused the Health Professions Council of South Africa of misusing its authority after sanctioning United Nations official Tlaleng Mofokeng with a R10,000 penalty on Wednesday, October 16, 2025. The medical regulatory body determined that the doctor brought her profession into disrepute through social media statements criticizing Israeli military operations in Palestinian territories. Party representatives stated that the decision enables external political interests to influence domestic institutions.
Mofokeng serves as Special Rapporteur on the Right to Health and advocates for populations affected by armed conflict. The council found her language to be inappropriate but acknowledged no evidence of patient harm or ethical violations in her clinical practice. The party cited international protections for experts performing official duties under the 1946 Convention on Privileges and Immunities.
Mofokeng serves as Special Rapporteur on the Right to Health and advocates for populations affected by armed conflict. The council found her language to be inappropriate but acknowledged no evidence of patient harm or ethical violations in her clinical practice. The party cited international protections for experts performing official duties under the 1946 Convention on Privileges and Immunities.
