Brits District Hospital

25/11/2025

25/11/2025

24/11/2025

Reasons to Commemorate World AIDS Day

1. To Honour the Lives Lost Millions of people have died due to HIV and AIDS over the past decades. Commemorating this day pays tribute to them and reminds us of the human impact of the epidemic.

2. To Support Those Living With HIV
World AIDS Day encourages society to stand in solidarity with people living with HIV. It promotes compassion, understanding, and the fight against stigma and discrimination.

3. To Promote Awareness and Education
Many people still lack accurate information about HIV transmission, prevention, and treatment. This day provides an opportunity to share knowledge that can save lives and reduce new infections.

4. To Encourage Testing and Early Treatment
Commemorating AIDS Day raises awareness about the importance of HIV testing, knowing your status, accessing treatment early, and adhering to medication for better health outcomes.

5. To Reflect on Progress and Remaining Challenges
Although treatment has advanced and many lives have been saved, new infections still occur. The day helps us assess achievements, identify gaps, and refocus efforts toward an HIV-free generation.

6. To Mobilise Communities and Stakeholders
It encourages governments, health sectors, NGOs, and communities to strengthen their commitment to fighting HIV and providing continuous support to affected populations.

7. To Fight Stigma and Discrimination
Commemorating this day promotes acceptance and reduces negative attitudes towards people living with HIV. It reinforces the message that HIV is a medical condition not a moral judgement.

8. To Create a United Global Response
World AIDS Day is observed across the globe, reminding everyone that HIV affects all countries, races, ages, and genders. It reinforces unity and the global fight to end AIDS.

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21/11/2025

Premature day celebration.

21/11/2025

Brits District Hospital stands in solidarity with the nation in combating Gender-Based Violence.

21/11/2025

Brits District Hospital staff paid tribute to the life of the late Lebogang Sonia Mokwena, who worked at patient admin as an intern.

21/11/2025

Tracing the relatives of the late Ms. Tsakane Sishongwe.

Brits District Hospital is requesting assistance from the community in locating the family of the late Ms. Tsakane Sishongwe.

Ms. Tsakane Sishongwe, born on March 3, 1990, was brought to Brits District Hospital by Mr. Silas Mashiane, the younger brother of the late Mr. Harrison Mashiane, who had previously rented accommodation to her. According to Mr. Mashiane, Ms. Sishongwe was originally from Mozambique and had been residing at his late brother’s home together with her boyfriend, Mr. Anthony Nobela. Mr. Nobela was contacted but denied having any relationship with Ms. Sishongwe.

Ms. Sishongwe passed away at Brits District Hospital on October 13, 2025.

Anyone with information that may assist in tracing her relatives is urged to contact the Hospital Social Worker at
012 381 7010 / 012 381 7037

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21/11/2025

Tracing the Relatives of the Late Mr. Francis Mohale

Brits District Hospital is requesting assistance from the community in locating the relatives of the late Mr. Francis Mohale. He was born on 11 December 1954 and passed away at Brits District Hospital on 15 September 2025.

Mr. Mohale was brought to the hospital by Madibeng EMS from Bapong Clinic on 26 August 2025. It has been reported that he originated from Leribe, Lesotho. Despite efforts made, the hospital has not been able to trace his family or next of kin.

Members of the public who may have information regarding his relatives are kindly requested to contact the hospital’s Social Worker on:

📞 012 381 7037 / 012 381 7010

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19/11/2025

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