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Eastern Cape Department of Health, Bhisho

24/04/2026

The Eastern Cape Department of Health, in partnership with Operation Smile South Africa, successfully hosted the Bring a Smile Campaign in Chris Hani District—delivering integrated health services to learners while advancing early detection, prevention, and holistic care, and restoring confidence through healthy smiles.

Following a successful engagement, MEC Ntandokazi Yolisa Capa and Eastern Cape Department of Health senior officials met...
23/04/2026

Following a successful engagement, MEC Ntandokazi Yolisa Capa and Eastern Cape Department of Health senior officials met with the Commission for Gender Equality to reflect on progress in strengthening maternal health and improving healthcare services across the province.

The Eastern Cape Department of Health is currently engaging with the Commission for Gender Equality to provide a compreh...
23/04/2026

The Eastern Cape Department of Health is currently engaging with the Commission for Gender Equality to provide a comprehensive update on maternal health, including strengthening antenatal and postnatal care, and implementing interventions to improve the Department's overall performance.

The Department is also using this platform to brief the Commission on broader health system developments, service delivery improvements, and ongoing efforts to enhance access, quality of care, and accountability across facilities in the province.

Healthy communities start with YOU!Join us for a day dedicated to your wellbeing with free health services, expert advic...
23/04/2026

Healthy communities start with YOU!

Join us for a day dedicated to your wellbeing with free health services, expert advice and support at Zanempilo Clinic Open Day.

Take charge of your health today, because prevention is better than cure.



Today we are in Whittlesea, Komani for the Bring A Smile Outreach, a programme led by the Eastern Cape Department of Hea...
23/04/2026

Today we are in Whittlesea, Komani for the Bring A Smile Outreach, a programme led by the Eastern Cape Department of Health in partnership with Operation Smile South Africa, focused on improving the health and wellbeing of our children.

Through this initiative, we are providing a range of essential services including dental care, educational talks, physiotherapy, speech therapy, audiology services, occupational therapy, general health screenings, HIV and TB screening, as well as family planning support. This outreach is designed to ensure that children have access to holistic healthcare services that support their growth, confidence, and overall development.

Our goal is not only to treat, but to educate, empower, and create awareness—because every child deserves access to quality healthcare and a reason to smile.



Tune in. Mrs Bulelwa Sigonya is speaking live on Vukani FM about the Bring a Smile programme at Whittlesea, Komani, led...
23/04/2026

Tune in. Mrs Bulelwa Sigonya is speaking live on Vukani FM about the Bring a Smile programme at Whittlesea, Komani, led by the Eastern Cape Department of Health in partnership with Operation Smile South Africa, bringing essential health services to our children from 23–24 April 2026.

This initiative focuses on school children and offers dental services, educational talks, general health screenings, and holistic child wellness support.

Don’t miss this important conversation on Vukani FM as we work together to give every child a reason to smile.


A successful, meaningful and progressive engagement session was held at the Eastern Cape Department of Health in Gqeberh...
13/04/2026

A successful, meaningful and progressive engagement session was held at the Eastern Cape Department of Health in Gqeberha today to address the challenges faced by the department at the Nelson Mandela Bay Health District.

13/04/2026

During her engagement with organised labour, the Eastern Cape Health MEC, Ntandokazi Capa, called on unions to adopt constructive and responsible approaches in raising and resolving concerns. She emphasised the need for engagements that do not disrupt healthcare services or place patients at risk, reaffirming the Department’s commitment to resolving issues through lawful and structured processes.

Today, the Eastern Cape Department of Health held a media briefing led by the Head of Department, Dr Rolene Wagner, to p...
13/04/2026

Today, the Eastern Cape Department of Health held a media briefing led by the Head of Department, Dr Rolene Wagner, to provide an update on service continuity measures in Nelson Mandela Bay.

The Department confirms that operations at Dora Nginza Regional Hospital and Motherwell Community Health Centre have returned to normal, with all services fully functional. Ongoing engagements with organised labour and system-wide interventions continue as part of efforts to ensure sustained stability and uninterrupted patient care across facilities.

The Eastern Cape Department of Health leadership, alongside MEC Ntandokazi Capa, is currently engaging with organised la...
13/04/2026

The Eastern Cape Department of Health leadership, alongside MEC Ntandokazi Capa, is currently engaging with organised labour unions. These discussions form part of ongoing efforts to address all issues and ensure sustained service stability, with operations fully functional across affected facilities.

The Eastern Cape Health MEC, Ntandokazi Capa, has arrived in Gqeberha to assess operations on the ground and strengthen ...
13/04/2026

The Eastern Cape Health MEC, Ntandokazi Capa, has arrived in Gqeberha to assess operations on the ground and strengthen interventions. The MEC will engage leadership, staff, organised labour, and stakeholders to stabilise services and ensure uninterrupted patient care.

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Department Of Health Head Office
Bisho
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