Mahikeng: The North West Provincial Government continues to accelerate infrastructure
development across the province, with several new healthcare facilities completed and
additional upgrades already in the pipeline.
In his 2026 State of the Province Address delivered during the official Opening of the
North West Provincial Legislature, Premier Lazarus Kagiso Mokgosi informed the
legislature that the recently completed projects include healthcare facilities in Delareyville,
the Bulk Pharmacy, and three park-home clinics situated in Sheila, Uitkyk, and Magogoe
villages. These developments form part of the province’s broader strategy to improve
access to quality healthcare services, particularly in underserved communities.
Looking ahead to the 2026/27 financial year, Premier Mokgosi announced that plans are
underway to establish a dedicated Chemotherapy Unit at the Mahikeng Provincial
Hospital. The new oncology service is expected to enhance cancer treatment capacity
within the province, reducing the need for patients to travel long distances for care.
“With tertiary services now fully established at Tshepong Hospital in Klerksdorp, the
provincial Health department will shift its focus to strengthening services at the Job
Shimankana Tabane Hospital”, Premier Mokgosi revealed.
Premier Mokgosi also announced a range of specialised services that have been
earmarked for expansion at the Job Shimankana Tabane Hospital, including Urology and
the operationalisation of a new Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) unit. Plans also
include the introduction of Mammography services and the procurement of digital X-Ray
and C-Arm equipment to increase radiology capacity.
In addition, the hospital’s Intensive Care Unit (ICU) will be upgraded to accommodate 16
beds, further enhancing critical care capacity. Specialist outreach programmes are also
set to expand, with Urology services extending to Moses Kotane Hospital, Maxillofacial
services to Brits District Hospital, and Ophthalmology services to Tlhabane Hospital.
These initiatives are aimed at decentralising specialised healthcare services and ensuring
that residents across the province have improved access to advanced medical treatment
closer to their communities.
ENDS
Issued by the Office of the Premier
For enquiries, contact
Sello Tatai
Spokesperson to the Premier
North West Provincial Government
Cell: 064 756 2510/082 450 7842
E-mail: SITatai@nwpg.gov.za
OR
Brian Setswambung
Provincial Head of Communication
Office of the Premier
North West Provincial Government
Cell: 076 012 4501
E-mail: BSetswambung@nwpg.gov.za
