Government spokesperson Nick Mangwana rejected claims that musician Tatenda Pinjisi died from a lack of painkillers. He spoke after a video circulated showing Pinjisi requesting pain medication before his death. The public reacted strongly to the footage, blaming hospitals for poor care. Pinjisi suffered injuries in a car crash near Norton that killed three others instantly, including two band members.
Mangwana visited the Gokwe District Hospital pharmacy on Thursday to counter criticism. He shared photos of medication supplies, saying he was impressed with what he found. When challenged online about Pinjisi lacking Pain Eeze medication, Mangwana explained that the musician died from accident injuries rather than inadequate treatment. He stated that patients receive appropriate pain management through various methods.
Mangwana suggested the viral video might show confusion related to head trauma. He explained that patients with such injuries sometimes experience hallucinations. Medical staff made proper clinical decisions based on their training, according to Mangwana. The accident occurred Friday evening, with Pinjisi passing away Sunday, April 13. The crash also claimed the life of a female passenger whom they had offered a ride.
Mangwana visited the Gokwe District Hospital pharmacy on Thursday to counter criticism. He shared photos of medication supplies, saying he was impressed with what he found. When challenged online about Pinjisi lacking Pain Eeze medication, Mangwana explained that the musician died from accident injuries rather than inadequate treatment. He stated that patients receive appropriate pain management through various methods.
Mangwana suggested the viral video might show confusion related to head trauma. He explained that patients with such injuries sometimes experience hallucinations. Medical staff made proper clinical decisions based on their training, according to Mangwana. The accident occurred Friday evening, with Pinjisi passing away Sunday, April 13. The crash also claimed the life of a female passenger whom they had offered a ride.
