Spin doctor defends Tsvangirai's recent SA hospital visit

MORGAN Tsvangirai's spokesman and spin doctor Luke Tamborinyoka, has defended his boss' recent visit to a South African hospital for medical check up saying he(Tsvangirai) trusts local hospitals.

"Morgan Tsvangirai has faith in local health institutions and his going to South Africa was from recommendations from local doctors," Tamborinyoka said.

But his decision to seek treatment in South Africa caused a storm back home, with his critics equating him to Zanu PF leader, President Robert Mugabe who frequently seeks medical treatment in Asia.

Tsvangirai is on record saying Mugabe should use local health facilities as opposed to outside facilities to save taxpayers' money

His spin doctor yesterday said he is now in a stable condition and should be flying home soon after receiving treatment in South Africa.

"He is still being monitored, but he is very stable. I spoke to him yesterday (Saturday). He will be home very soon," Tamborinyoka told a Harare based newspaper.

Tsvangirai was rushed to South Africa last week for urgent medical attention, although the party declined to disclose the nature of his ailment.