Job Shimankana Tabane Hospital

13/03/2026

World Obesity Day Commemorated

Job Shimankana Tabane Dietetics Departmemnt commemorated world Obesity Day under theme “ 8 Billion Reasons to Act on Obesity”.

Obesity is a condition that is characteristed by Body Mass Index of above 30kg/ m2.

Ms Tshegofatso Molifi, Comm serve Dietitian, indicated that it is important get education on healthy eating practises and understand the cause of the condition.

Through BMI Screeining, both patients and staff members were educated on what is BMI, plate model( how a normal plate should should consist of), healthy preparation of food.

Molefi also highlighted the dangers of obesity which entails; increase risk of hypertension, diabetes , cholesterol, breathing problems, arthritis and decrease the quality of life.

05/03/2026

Twinning Arrangement At JST Hospital

The Deputy Director for Hospitals and Clinical Support Services, Mr Polaki Ephraim Mokatsane welcomed
delegates from the United Kingdom for the purpose of twinning program in JST Hospital on 05 March 2026.

“This partnership is a testament to our commitment to strengthening healthcare systems and improving health outcomes. We believe that by sharing experiences, best practices, and expertise, we can accelerate progress towards achieving better health for all”, lamented Mokatsane.

He further said, twinning program is an exciting opportunity for us to learn from each other, share innovative approaches, and foster lasting relationships. “We're eager to explore areas of collaboration and identify ways to support each other in our respective healthcare journeys”, commented Mokatsane.

Mokatsane extended a special gratitude to the National Department of Health for their continued support and efforts in ensuring that this twinning program is a success.

The Hospital Management shared with the delegates from United Kingdom, National Department of Health an overview of the hospital, its successes and challenges. Through the twinning programme, delegates were afforded an opportunity to tour the hospital particularly with an emphasis at the Emergency Department, Radiology Department and Obs and Gynae department.

Furthermore the delegates were elaborated on how the hospital approaches complaints and mechanism to resolve them.

The walkabout provided insightful information on the operations of the hospital.

05/03/2026

04/03/2026

Job shimankana Tabane hospital would like to thank members of the community for helping in tracing the family members of the patient. We followed every lead but all of them were unsuccessfull.The hospital will engage other stakeholders to ensure the patient safety once discharged.

TRACING OF PATIENT FAMILY MEMBERS / RELATIVES

Job Shimankana Tabane Hospital is appealing to members of the community to assist in tracing family members or relatives of Ronel Rose, aged 73.

The patient was found unconscious on the streets of Rustenburg. Investigations indicate that she was renting at Olifantsnek and never disclosed any details of family members.
Any lead that can assist in reuniting Rosewith her family members can contact;

Social Worker -
010 023 2257 Bleskop Hospital

27/02/2026

JST HOSPITAL IMPROVES EYE SIGHT THROUGH CATARACT SURGERY

Job Shimankana Tabane hospital continue to strive to improve the quality of life of patients by performing cataract surgery. This is done to improve eye sight which also improves the quality of life of a whole community bringing back dignified living of independence.

“The whole community is affected when one person cannot see.The person is bound so is those that have to look after the patient because they have to keep on assisting. We operated 16 patients on 27 February 2026,” lamented Clinical Manager Dr V. Simmons

27/02/2026

TRACING OF PATIENT FAMILY MEMBERS / RELATIVES

Job Shimankana Tabane Hospital is appealing to members of the community to assist in tracing family members or relatives of Ronel Rose, aged 73.

The patient was found unconscious on the streets of Rustenburg. Investigations indicate that she was renting at Olifantsnek and never disclosed any details of family members.
Any lead that can assist in reuniting Rosewith her family members can contact;

Social Worker -
010 023 2257 Bleskop Hospital

24/02/2026

Visiting Hours | Due to high volumes of enquiries pertaining to visiting hours, the public is advised to note the hospital visiting hours.

05/02/2026

TRACING OF PATIENT FAMILY MEMBERS

Job Shimankana Tabane Hospital is appealing to members of the community to assist in locating the family members or relatives of Mpho Modise, born in 19930504.He indicated that he is homeless and has been residing in the streets of Rustenburg CBD, though he originates from Mafikeng.

Anyone with leads or relevant information can contact the Social Work Department on 014 590 5272 / 014 590 5100.

21/01/2026

DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH VACANCIES

CLOSING DATE:06 FEBRUARY 2026

06/01/2026

PUBLIC ASSISTANCE REQUESTED IN TRACING FAMILY MEMBERS OF DECEASED PATIENTS

02/01/2026