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title: "Remembering Babita Deokaran"
description: "Commemorating Babita Deokaran, a whistleblower whose courage exposed corruption in South Africa's public health sector. Deokaran's tragic assassination in 2021 sparked national outrage and calls for justice. Her legacy continues to inspire anti-corruption efforts and the fight for accountability. A reminder of the risks faced by those who stand against systemic corruption in the pursuit of truth."
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publisher: "Daily Maverick"
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section: "Maverick News"
author: "Zukiswa Pikoli"
author_url: "https://www.dailymaverick.co.za/author/pikoli-2/"
canonical_url: "https://www.dailymaverick.co.za/article/2025-08-26-remembering-babita-deokaran/"
published: "2025-08-26T13:01:37"
updated: "2025-08-26T13:01:39"
lang: "en-ZA"
---

# Remembering Babita Deokaran

> Remembering Babita Deokaran

By Zukiswa Pikoli · Published 26 August 2025, 15:01 SAST · Updated 26 August 2025, 15:01 SAST

## Key points
- In a world where accountability often takes a backseat, Babita Deokaran's legacy serves as a stern reminder that whistleblowers are the unsung heroes in a thriller where the plot twists are all too real.
- Commemorating Babita Deokaran, a whistleblower whose courage exposed corruption in South Africa's public health sector.
- Deokaran's tragic assassination in 2021 sparked national outrage and calls for justice.
- Her legacy continues to inspire anti-corruption efforts and the fight for accountability.
- A reminder of the risks faced by those who stand against systemic corruption in the pursuit of truth.

## Content

![Remembering Babita Deokaran](https://www.dailymaverick.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/final-Babita-Deokaran-toon-439x480.jpg)