LIMPOPO DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH (BOPHELONG)

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The MEC for Health Ms Dieketseng Mashego alongside the Premier, Dr Phophi Ramathuba; today visited Letaba Hospital to assess progress on the decentralisation of renal dialysis services to regional hospitals. The initiative is set to expand access to critical care and improve healthcare delivery closer to communities. “ I commit to closely monitoring the two projects at Letaba and Tshilidzini regional hospitals “ says MEC; following briefing by infrastructure team that indicated that Tshilidzini project is at 99% completion while Letaba project is at 90% completion.

06/04/2026

Media Statement
All Editors and Reporters
06 April 2026

PREMIER TO RECEIVE REPORT ON DECENTRALISATION OF RENAL SERVICES IN REGIONAL HOSPITALS

Limpopo Premier, Dr Phophi Ramathuba, together with the MEC for Health, Ms Dieketseng Mashego, will on Tuesday, 07 April 2026, visit Letaba Hospital to receive a comprehensive progress report on the decentralisation of renal dialysis services to regional hospitals.

The visit forms part of the Provincial Government’s ongoing commitment to improving access to critical healthcare services, while ensuring that patient concerns are addressed with urgency, transparency and accountability.

“We have noted with concern the ongoing complaints from patients on social media regarding access to renal dialysis services. The Department of Health has, however, made significant strides in equipping a number of our hospitals with dialysis units. This intervention is aimed at ensuring that patients are able to access life-saving treatment closer to their communities, without the burden of travelling long distances,” said Premier Ramathuba.

During the visit, the Premier will engage with hospital management and relevant stakeholders to assess existing challenges, evaluate the effectiveness of current interventions and outline additional measures to further strengthen service delivery.

The Limpopo Provincial Government remains steadfast in its commitment to providing equitable, accessible and quality healthcare services to all residents of the province.

The visit is scheduled as follows:

Date: Tuesday, 07 April 2026
Venue: Letaba Hospital, Greater Tzaneen Municipality, Mopani District
Time: 11h00

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For media enquiries, please contact:

Thilivhali Muavha
Premier’s Spokesperson
066 011 7034
MuavhaT@premier.limpopo.gov.za

Ndavhe Ramakuela
Provincial Government Spokesperson
082 200 5357
RamakuelaN@premier.limpopo.gov.za

Issued by the Office of the Premier

06/04/2026

MEDIA STATEMENT
For Immediate Release
Monday, 6 April 2026

MEC MASHEGO TO OFFICIALLY OPEN MALAMULELE EMS STATION AND NEWLY REFURBISHED MORTUARY

The MEC for Health in Limpopo, Ms Dieketseng Mashego, will officially open the Malamulele Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Station together with the newly refurbished Mortuary at Malamulele Hospital in the Vhembe District.

This milestone forms part of the Limpopo Department of Health’s ongoing commitment to strengthening emergency medical response systems and improving the dignity, quality, and accessibility of healthcare services across the province.

The newly established EMS station is expected to significantly enhance response times to medical emergencies within Malamulele and surrounding communities, ensuring that patients receive timely and life-saving interventions. In addition, the refurbished mortuary will provide improved facilities that uphold the dignity of the deceased while supporting bereaved families during difficult times.

Members of the media are invited to attend the official opening scheduled as follows:
Date: Wednesday, 8 April 2026
Time: 10:00
Venue: Malamulele Hospital, Vhembe District

The MEC will be joined by key stakeholders, healthcare professionals, and community leaders as the department continues to invest in infrastructure that responds to the needs of the people of Limpopo.

Enquiries:
Mr Neil Shikwambana
Departmental Spokespersonl
066 479 9887

Mr Percy Moagi
MEC Spokesperson
082 257 7856

05/04/2026

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