Petition addressed to:
Western Cape Provincial Parliament
This petition is a united call for justice, accountability, and the protection of patients’ rights within our public healthcare system. It arises from the concerning treatment of Mrs. Sonday and Mr. Bougardt at Mitchell’s Plain District Hospital, where repeated attempts to obtain clear answers and proper resolution have been met with inadequate responses, delays, and a lack of accountability.
The purpose of this petition is not only to address this specific case, but to stand up for every individual who depends on public healthcare services and deserves to be treated with dignity, respect, and fairness. As South Africans, we are guaranteed the right to access healthcare services under Section 27 of the Constitution, and this right must be upheld without exception.
Reason
By signing this petition, you are joining a collective voice calling on the Western Cape Health Department to conduct a full and transparent investigation, and on the South African Human Rights Commission to assess potential violations of fundamental rights. You are also supporting the demand for improved standards, better communication, and accountability within our healthcare institutions.
This is about more than one incident; it is about ensuring that no patient is ignored, mistreated, or denied proper care. Together, as a community, we can make a difference. One voice may be overlooked, but many voices united cannot be ignored.
