LIMPOPO DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH (BOPHELONG)

23/04/2026

Thursday, 23 April 2026

[ Kgapane] MEC for Health in Limpopo, Ms Dieketseng Mashego, concluded her unannounced visit to Kgapane Hospital with a strong message of appreciation and accountability. Following a thorough walkabout across the facility, engaging directly with patients and staff

She commended hospital management for their dedication and sterling work, noting that their commitment to service delivery is clearly rooted in care for the community.

The MEC further encouraged leadership to remain visible on the ground, emphasizing that effective healthcare management cannot be achieved from behind office desks, but through consistent presence and hands-on oversight.

Her visit reaffirmed the importance of patient-centred care and proactive leadership in strengthening the public health system.

23/04/2026

MEC MASHEGO CELEBRATES TRIPLETS AND ALSO DEMANDS URGENT ACTION ON DELAYED RENAL UNIT

Thursday, 23 April 2026

MEC for Health in Limpopo, Ms Dieketseng Mashego, today visited Letaba Hospital to personally congratulate a 33-year-old mother from Dzumeri Village who safely delivered healthy triplets, (two girls and a boy) through a Caesarean section on Wednesday afternoon.

In a moment filled with joy and pride, the MEC commended the medical team led by Dr Sithole for the successful procedure, describing it as a testament to the dedication and skill of healthcare professionals.

As a gesture of warmth and support, she presented the mother and her newborns with gifts, celebrating the arrival of the three lives and wishing the family strength and happiness.

In addition, the MEC also voiced her dissatisfaction with the service provider who was on site. “Your pace is too slow and unacceptable because we are expecting this unit to be fully functional by the beginning of September this year," said the MEC.

The MEC further elaborated on the department's commitment to ensure accountability and accelerating progress in all the health facilities across the province.

23/04/2026

23/04/2026

[Watch] MEC for LIMPOPO DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH (BOPHELONG) Ms Dieketseng Mashego, is today conducting an unannounced visit at Kgapane hospital in Greater Letaba municipality, where she is currently undertaking a walkabout across the facility to assess daily operations and the overall state of service delivery.

23/04/2026

MEDIA ADVISORY
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Thursday, 23 April 2026

MEC MASHEGO TO VISIT LETABA HOSPITAL TO ASSESS PROGRESS ON RENAL UNIT

The MEC for Health in Limpopo, Ms Dieketseng Mashego, will today undertake an oversight visit to Letaba Hospital to assess progress on the development of the renal unit.

The visit follows a recent engagement by the Premier, underscoring the provincial government’s commitment to strengthening specialised healthcare services in the region.

The renal unit is a critical component in expanding access to life-saving treatment for patients with kidney-related conditions in the Mopani District and surrounding areas.

Details of the MEC Visit:
Date: Thursday, 23 April 2026
Time: 12:30
Venue: Letaba Hospital, Greater Tzaneen Municipality
Members of the media are invited to attend and cover the visit.

ENDS

Media Enquiries:
Mr Derick Kganyago
Acting Departmental Spokesperson
082 042 5341

Mr Percy Moagi
MEC Spokesperson
082 257 7856

22/04/2026

MEDIA ADVISORY
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Wednesday, 22 April 2026

MEC VISITS LETABA HOSPITAL FOLLOWING BIRTH OF TRIPLETS

MEC for Health in Limpopo Ms Dieketseng Mashego will tomorrow visit Letaba Hospital following the successful delivery of triplets earlier today.

The triplets, two girls and one boy were delivered via caesarean section at approximately 13h00. Both the mother and the babies are reported to be in good health.

Details of the MEC Visit:
Date: Thursday, 23 April 2026
Time: 12;30
Venue: Letaba Hospital, Gretaer Tzaneen Municipality

Members of the media are invited to attend and cover the visit.
END.

Media Enquiries::

Mr Derick Kganyago
Acting Departmental Spokesperson
082 042 5341

Mr Percy Moagi
MEC Spokesperson
082 257 7856

22/04/2026

MEDIA ADVISORY
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Wednesday, 22 April 2026

MEC VISITS LETABA HOSPITAL FOLLOWING BIRTH OF TRIPLETS

MEC for Health in Limpopo Ms Dieketseng Mashego will tomorrow visit Letaba Hospital following the successful delivery of triplets earlier today.

The triplets, two girls and one boy were delivered via caesarean section at approximately 13h00. Both the mother and the babies are reported to be in good health.

Details of the MEC Visit:
Date: Thursday, 23 April 2026
Time: 12;30
Venue: Letaba Hospital, Gretaer Tzaneen Municipality

Members of the media are invited to attend and cover the visit.
END.

Media Enquiries::

Mr Derick Kganyago
Departmental Spokesperson
082 042 5341

Mr Percy Moagi
MEC Spokesperson
082 257 7856

22/04/2026

21/04/2026

(Watch Live) Limpopo Health MEC, Ms Dieketseng Mashego says that of the 71 patients admitted to Lebowakgomo Hospital, following a suspected food poisoning incident, 46 have already been discharged.

It is alleged that a suspected food poisoning incident may have occurred after food was consumed during a funeral service in Ga-Maja over the weekend.

21/04/2026

Limpopo Health MEC, Ms Dieketseng Mashego is at Lebowakgomo Hospital for a briefing following a suspected food poisoning incident. The cases are allegedly linked to a funeral held on Saturday, 18 April 2026 in Ga-Maja, outside Lebowakgomo.

According to preliminary report, at least 71 patients were admitted at Lebowakgomo Hospital, with 46 already been discharged.

Other patients were transferred to Botlokwa, Dikokong, Mankweng, and Pietersburg hospitals for further treatment.

Investigations continue.