
Frances Ames
Frances Ames was a prominent South African doctor known for her work in treating victims of political violence during apartheid, including Siphiwo Mtimkulu, whom she diagnosed with thallium poisoning.
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Professor Frances Ames diagnosed Siphiwo Mtimkulu's poisoning and saved his life.
Dr Wouter Basson, please tell us who poisoned Siphiwo MtimkuluMail & Guardian·
South Africa· 2026-09-10







