Former Finance Minister, Pravin Gordhan, has been admitted to hospital.
In a brief statement released on Tuesday, his family confirmed that Gordhan, aged 75, was receiving the “best available medical care”.
“The family of the former Minister of Public Enterprises, Mr. Pravin Gordhan, would like to inform the media and the public that he has been admitted to hospital,” his family said in a statement.
“Mr Gordhan is receiving the best available medical care. The family has requested privacy during this difficult time. Further updates on his condition will be provided.”
Gordhan apologized for missing the Portfolio Committee on Public Enterprises meeting last month due to illness. At the time, it was stated that a doctor urged him not to travel.
In March, the Department of Public Works announced Gordhan’s retirement following the May 29 elections. Gordhan previously served as the Minister of Finance, Cooperative Governance, and Traditional Affairs.
He also served as the South African Revenue Service’s (SARS) Deputy Commissioner from 1998 to 1999, before being named Commissioner in 1999.
