August marks the fifth anniversary of whistle-blower Babita Deokaran’s tragic death, and to commemorate her life, legacy and courageous stance against corruption in South Africa's healthcare system, the Mount Edgecombe Arts and Cultural Council and the Shri Mariammen Temple Society unveiled a monument in her honour on Women's Day. At Sunday's event were:
Babita Deokaran's family members with the bust of her in the background: Roop Mangali (brother-in-law), from left, Meera Mangali (sister), Pastor Tony Haripersadh (brother-in-law), Jenny Deokaran (sister-in-law), Shamilla Haripersadh (sister), Renu Williams (sister), Shaleen Ramgulam (sister), Rakesh Deokaran (brother) Meena Deokaran (sister-in-law) and Soorash Deokaran (brother).
Alan Soobramoney, from left, Kumseela Naidoo, Venashree Naidu and Selvan Chetty.
Sean Naidoo and Ali Gule.
Neermala Thool, from left, Sharon Naidoo and Kerishma Ramnath.
