Description: (Cardiologist, Academic)
Lungile Pepeta was a prominent figure in the South African medical industry, recognized for his roles as a paediatric cardiologist, medical researcher, university professor, and activist. He made substantial contributions to child healthcare and was regarded as a pioneer in the field. Lungile served as the chairperson of the Council of Medical Schemes and held important positions, including executive dean in the faculty of Health Sciences at Nelson Mandela University and head of the paediatric department at Dora Nginza Hospital.