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IOL News
30-04-2025
- Health
- IOL News
Urgent medical repatriation: South African entrepreneur rescued from Zimbabwe
Limpopo Premier Dr Phophi Ramathuba and Limpopo Department of Health MEC Dieketseng Mashego, and other officials, look on as a South African man who fell ill in Zimbabwe was airlifted to a Limpopo hospital after logistical challenges hindered his medical care. Image: Screenshot A South African man who fell ill in Bulawayo, Zimbabwe, is receiving medical care in a Limpopo hospital after the provincial Department of Health repatriated him when he could not receive sufficient medical care due to logistical reasons. The patient,who is believed to be an entrepreneur, was in Zimbabwe legally, attending an exhibition. Limpopo Premier Dr Phophi Ramathuba and Limpopo Department of Health MEC Dieketseng Mashego received the man after he was airlifted from Beitbridge border near Musina from the Zimbabwean side Ramathuba said Sunday night executive learnt that a South African citizen fell ill in the neighbouring country which was an emergency, but was swiftly rushed to the hospital. 'We received a communique from that side, requesting us to make an intervention and that's what we did as a provincial government,' Ramathuba said. She said they had to get the patient repatriated from Bulawayo. 'Logistics were difficult, firstly because we needed to get an emergency medical services vehicle (a private ambulance, funded by the Limpopo Department of Health) to transport him to Beitbridge, where it was easier to airlift him here, back to Polokwane (Pietersburg) Provincial Hospital,' Ramathuba said. She said they tried to get an ambulance into Zimbabwe, but they were not allowed to. They asked if they could meet halfway to Beitbridge. They even tried to get the army, but the private ambulance was the quicker option. 'What we also want to indicate is that we want to appreciate all the medical personnel, the physician attending to him was willing to assist but they have written in their letter of transfer to say due to logistical challenges, which anyone can interpret, they are not able to assist him because, among others, he might need a blood transfusion; he might also need dialysis. 'So, because of those logistics, they really needed us to make an intervention.' Ramathuba expressed her gratitude to the Department of Health staff who came on board, even those who were off-duty. 'I was conveying the message, together with the MEC, we really appreciate our team that has done a wonderful job,' Ramathuba said. The Premier said indicated that she was able to talk to the patient and his family. She urged the team to continue to do good work for every human being because it is about serving humanity. 'Health can affect anyone, it doesn't matter who you are, you can fall ill as an emergency, but what is important it's how those who are given the responsibility to assist health in that particular sector and respond urgently and assist,' Ramathuba said. Ramathuba added: 'He's alive, he has arrived in Polokwane, he's in safe hands.' Earlier, while waiting for the patient to deboard, Ramathuba can be heard spaeking to MEC Mashego: 'The person who called me started by saying 'Premier, let me start by apologising, I was one of those who were saying you are Xenophobic, but I am here with our colleague, he collapsed, if he doesn't get emergency care, he will die. Can you arrange that, they're saying we must bring him back'. 'They even wrote me a letter, the physician, saying please attend to your own, they don't have…. It was painful.' Although inaudible at times, during an interaction with the patient, Ramathuba asked if he had medical insurance… but they still said their resources were limited for their own? The patient replied yes.
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The South African
30-04-2025
- Health
- The South African
Shocking rape allegation against Limpopo doctor [video]
Watch the full version of the ' Limpopo doctor investigated for alleged rape of pregnant patient' article – in a minute. The Limpopo Department of Health has launched an internal investigation after a doctor allegedly attempted to rape a 22-year-old pregnant patient at George Masebe Hospital. According to SowetanLive , the incident reportedly occurred in the early hours of Sunday morning in the sonar room during an abdominal ultrasound. Which was part of the patient's regular monitoring. Health MEC Dieketseng Mashego expressed deep concern over the incident. Assuring the public that the department is taking the matter seriously. For the latest political news, bookmark The South African website's dedicated section for free-to-read content The Citizen reported that the acting Limpopo police provincial commissioner, Major General Samuel Manala, has ordered a full investigation into the reported rape. That occurred in the Tinmyne policing area, just outside Mokopane in the Waterberg District. Police have opened a rape case, but they have not yet arrested the suspect. Looking for quick updates? Watch News in a Minute videos on The South African's YouTube page for all the key stories you need to know! Catch all the latest videos on news, lifestyle, travel, sports and more – there's always something to watch! Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and BlueSky to stay connected and get your news on the go!
The South African
30-04-2025
- Health
- The South African
Limpopo doctor investigated for alleged rape of pregnant patient
The Limpopo Department of Health has launched an internal investigation after a doctor allegedly attempted to rape a 22-year-old pregnant patient at George Masebe Hospital. According to SowetanLive , the incident reportedly occurred in the early hours of Sunday morning in the sonar room during an abdominal ultrasound. Which was part of the patient's regular monitoring. Health MEC Dieketseng Mashego expressed deep concern over the incident. Assuring the public that the department is taking the matter seriously. 'In addition to supporting the police inquiry. We have launched our own internal investigation to thoroughly examine the circumstances surrounding this incident,' Mashego said. She added that hospitals should be 'havens for the weak and vulnerable,' and that healthcare professionals must uphold the highest ethical standards. Mashego confirmed that the department is cooperating fully with law enforcement agencies. 'This matter has been reported to the police for further investigation,' she said. The Citizen reported that the acting Limpopo police provincial commissioner, Major General Samuel Manala, has ordered a full investigation into the reported rape. That occurred in the Tinmyne policing area, just outside Mokopane in the Waterberg District. Police have opened a rape case, but they have not yet arrested the suspect. 'Crimes of this nature are extremely serious and particularly disturbing when committed by individuals entrusted with the care of vulnerable members of our community,' said Manala. 'We are treating this case with the urgency and sensitivity it deserves. We urge anyone who may have additional information to come forward.' Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1 . Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp , Facebook , X, and Bluesky for the latest news.
The Citizen
29-04-2025
- Health
- The Citizen
Health department publishes new tariffs for health care in Limpopo
Health department publishes new tariffs for health care in Limpopo LIMPOPO – The new tariffs for health services have been published by the Limpopo Department of Health. According to spokesperson Kapudi Moagi, the new tariffs have been applicable from April 7. He says those who can afford to pay for healthcare services, whether partially or fully, have a moral and civic responsibility to do so. The department uses an income-based billing system to decide how much you should pay for public healthcare services. Patients are grouped as follows: Free healthcare • Patients who are treated for certain conditions like communicable diseases (such as TB, HIV) or meet the free healthcare criteria. • Elderly people, who are social grant recipients, disability grant recipients, foster child grant, patient with mental disorders, veteran pensioners, children placed in orphanage facilities. • Children under the age of 6 years, pregnant and lactating women who are not covered by a medical aid scheme. All healthcare services are also free at primary healthcare facilities such as clinics, gateway clinics and community healthcare facilities. Low-Income Households (greatly subsidised) • A single income of up to R70 000 per year or R5 833 per month. • A household income of up to R100 000 per year or R8 333 per month. • Greatly subsidised fees (they pay less for services). Middle-income households (partially subsidised) • Single income of between R70 001 and R250 000 per year or R5 833 to R20 833 per month. • Household income of between R100 001 and R350 000 per year or R8 333 to R29 166 per month. • Partially subsidised fees – they pay more than low-income but not full tariffs. The above subsidy applies only to those who are not funded by medical schemes or insurance paid for by employers or any other funder. Full-paying patients – high-income • Single person earning more than R250 000 per year, which is over R20 833 per month. • Household income of more than R350,000 per year which is over R29 166 per month • Full cost of services – no subsidies Moagi said the updated patient fee schedule ensures that those who can afford to pay do so, allowing the department to subsidise care for the poor and keep essential services running. 'By paying your share, you are helping someone who cannot. This revision is a necessary step to keep the public healthcare system sustainable, fair, and accessible for the most vulnerable in our communities.' For more information, visit At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
