Gauteng radiographers not paid on time: Why the health department said salaries were delayed
The health department said it wanted to be seen as a fair employer.
Diagnostic radiographers in Gauteng health facilities were not paid on time after starting their jobs in May and June of this year, according to the provincial health department. Thirteen radiographers were impacted by the delay, which occurred during the approval process. The department attributed the issue to a delay in finalizing the Salary payment system, which was only completed in late October.
The Gauteng Department of Health spokesperson, Steve Mabona, acknowledged the inconvenience caused and expressed regret for the situation. The Democratic Alliance (DA) accused the department of employing radiographers without signed contracts, stating that the staff began work without proper documentation. Two radiographers reportedly resigned after three months due to unpaid wages, and one woman lost her home after falling behind on her bond repayments.
The DA called for an investigation into how employees were allowed to commence work without contracts and urged the Health MEC to address the issue. The department emphasized its commitment to fair treatment of employees and resolving workplace disputes promptly.
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