Presidency reacts after Ramaphosa seen outside Hangwani Maumela’s house In an Old Video

President Cyril Ramaphosa’s spokesperson has dismissed as “purely coincidental” a viral video showing the president outside the Sandton home of Hangwani Maumela — a businessman at the centre of a massive corruption scandal involving the looting of more than R2 billion from Tembisa Hospital.

The footage, which circulated widely on social media over the weekend, sparked intense speculation about the president’s proximity to individuals implicated in state corruption. Critics and opposition figures questioned why the president was seen near Maumela’s residence, given his repeated public stance on ethical governance and accountability.

However, Ramaphosa’s office moved quickly to clarify the matter, saying the president had no prior knowledge that the property belonged to Maumela. “The president was attending a private engagement in the area. Any perceived link between him and Mr. Maumela is entirely coincidental and without basis,” the spokesperson said.

Hangwani Maumela, a businessman and supplier linked to several questionable health department contracts, has been under investigation following revelations that companies associated with him benefited from inflated tenders and fraudulent invoices at Tembisa Hospital. The scandal has drawn national outrage, with calls for tougher measures to prevent corruption in public procurement systems.

Analysts say the incident underscores the delicate political environment surrounding the Tembisa case, as government leaders face growing scrutiny over their connections and commitment to transparency. “Even the appearance of proximity to corruption figures can erode public confidence,” one political commentator noted.

The Presidency reiterated its commitment to supporting all law enforcement efforts to uncover and prosecute those responsible for looting state funds, regardless of status or affiliation.

The Tembisa Hospital saga continues to widen, with several arrests already made and more expected as investigators dig deeper into the web of fraudulent dealings.

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