LIMPOPO DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH (BOPHELONG)

21/02/2026

ARMED FORCES DAY 2026.

Limpopo MEC responsible for Health Mme. Dieketseng Mashego and other MECs joined Hon. Premier Dr. Phophi Ramathuba in Thohoyandou today to attend Armed Forces Day festivities hosted by President Cyril Ramaphosa, Commander-in-Chief of the SANDF.

This day seek to deepen public understanding of the role of SANDF in the life of the nation, were members of the South African National Defense Force confidently displayed their discipline and operational capability during the dignified event. Their performance demonstrated a force dedicated to defending our nation's sovereignty.indeed South African is in good hands and safe.

21/02/2026

The Limpopo Department of Health Orthopaedic team, joined by Specialists and Medical Officers from other Provinces today at Voortreker ; Bela- Bela and Mokopane Hospital.They are hard at work performing life-changing procedures as part of the Rural Health Matters Project. The project in turn helps with strengthening collaboration, reducing waiting times, and bringing quality care closer to our communities.Together, we are restoring mobility and hope.

21/02/2026

21/02/2026

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20/02/2026

MEC MASHEGO WELCOMES HUNDRED AND FIFTY TWO PHARMACIST INTERNS

Friday, 20 January 2026

[Polokwane] Today at Park Inn Hotel, the MEC for Health in Limpopo, Dieketseng Mashego, delivered a powerful keynote address to 152 pharmacist interns from across the province the largest cohort ever appointed by a single province.

The MEC underscored the importance of the mandatory 12-month internship as a critical pathway before transitioning to community service, urging discipline, professionalism, and excellence in service to rural communities.

The induction brought together South African Association of Hospital and Institutional Pharmacists (Limpopo Branch), tutors, HR practitioners, psychologists, and healthcare professionals.

A series of expert-led presentations equipped interns with essential knowledge and practical guidance to successfully navigate the year-long programme and serve with competence, ethics, and compassion.

"As pharmacists, you are custodians of medicines, patient safety, and ethical practice. Your work sits at the intersection of science, compassion, and accountability" added Mashego

20/02/2026

Limpopo department of health condemns unlawful interference on the recruitment process of security guards for health facilities.

20/02/2026

[ Watch]MEC for LIMPOPO DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH (BOPHELONG) Ms Dieketseng Mashego delivers her address to hundred and fifty two Pharmacist interns induction workshop held at Park Inn in Polokwane.

19/02/2026

RURAL HEALTH MATTERS OUTREACH IN WATERBERG DISTRICT

[Waterberg] MEC for Health in LIMPOPO DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH (BOPHELONG) , Dieketseng Mashego, officially kick-started the Rural Health Matters (RHM) Surgical Outreach programme in the Waterberg District this week, reaffirming government’s commitment to bringing specialised healthcare closer to rural communities.

Through this impactful outreach, 13 urogynaecology cases and 11 maxillofacial surgery cases were successfully performed, with 24 patients in total benefiting from life-changing surgical interventions that restore dignity, improve quality of life, and strengthen access to equitable healthcare for rural residents.

18/02/2026

MEC for Health Visits Letaba Hospital

The MEC for LIMPOPO DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH (BOPHELONG) Ms Dieketseng Mashego has today visited Letaba Hospital to support the dedicated Orthopaedics team alongside the South African Military Health Services (SAMHS)team.

To date, 18 orthopaedic cases have been successfully completed, significantly reducing waiting times for patients in need of critical procedures.

The MEC expressed appreciation for the collaboration, commitment, and teamwork demonstrated by both teams in improving access to quality healthcare services for our communities.

18/02/2026

[Watch]MEC for LIMPOPO DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH (BOPHELONG) Ms Dieketseng Mashego is at Letaba hospital in Mopani District joining the South African Military Health Services team of orthopedic surgeons and our local team of health care professionals who are busy with orthopedics procedures.
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18/02/2026

MEC for Health in LIMPOPO DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH (BOPHELONG) Ms Dieketseng Mashego, MEC for Limpopo Finance Mr Mahoai and the MEC for Limpopo Department of Transport and Community Safety Ms Violet Mathye undertook a high-level project visit to the new Provincial State Theatre at the Bakone Malapa site as part of strengthening integrated provincial development.

The visit focused on receiving detailed briefings on the progress of the project and conducting an in-loco inspection to assess the current state of implementation. This hands-on oversight underscores the Limpopo Provincial Government’s commitment to accountability, accelerated delivery of strategic infrastructure, and the creation of a vibrant cultural hub that will stimulate economic growth.

17/02/2026