Woman Dies After Hospital Demands Payment Before Treatment
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A Zimbabwean mother died at a South African hospital after staff demanded upfront payment before treating her emergency condition. The woman, who held a valid Zimbabwe Exemption Permit, passed away early in the morning at Charlotte Maxeke Hospital in Johannesburg. She suffered delays and severe discomfort while being forced to pay before receiving care. The incident highlights a growing crisis for migrants seeking healthcare in South Africa, where upfront fees can block access to life-saving treatment.