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KZN MEC Breaks Down After R1.4m Family Scandal

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When KwaZulu-Natal Health MEC Nomagugu Simelane faced allegations of nepotism, questionable payments, and misuse of power, her choice to hire a private PR firm backfired. Rather than calming the controversy, the move only intensified scrutiny.

Simelane, accused of approving a R1.4 million payment to a company tied to her family and securing a controversial farm loan, brought in PR Worx to handle her public response. The agency stated she would cover the costs herself—but the damage was already done.

Critics questioned why a government official with a dedicated communications team needed outside help. Instead of rebuilding trust, the PR effort deepened suspicions, making it seem like an attempt to manipulate public opinion.

“This is a basic PR mistake: never let the PR strategy overshadow the actual problem,” says communications expert Edgar Legoale.

He argues that politicians should rely on their official spokespeople rather than outsourcing crisis management. “If the public knows the name of your PR firm, you’ve already lost control of the narrative,” Legoale explains.

His advice? Let government communicators take charge, address the issue directly with facts, and avoid unnecessary publicity. “Effective PR should be invisible—not a flashy distraction,” he says.

Simelane’s case serves as a cautionary tale for leaders handling scandals. The lesson is clear: poor crisis management can turn a controversy into a disaster. For politicians in the spotlight, strategy matters more than spin.

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