Original Article by Masoka Dube | The Citizen | 22 July 2026
Fake medical certificates are driving sick leave abuse in South Africa, costing employers through absenteeism, fraud and lost productivity.
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Recent allegations that high-profile figures feigned illness to avoid appearing before the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry have placed fake medical certificates under renewed scrutiny.
Labour experts warn that fraudulent sick notes are widely used by employees seeking time away from work without valid medical reasons. The practice adds to workplace absenteeism, reduces productivity and increases costs for employers.
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