Gauteng Health advances hospital upgrades, new facilities
Despite the progress, the department acknowledged that infrastructure needs remain substantial, particularly at older facilities.
The Gauteng Department of Health is advancing plans for a new academic hospital, a 300-bed mother and child unit extension, and critical infrastructure upgrades at several public hospitals across the province. Progress was reported during the 2025/26 financial year, with refurbishment and repair projects at major hospitals such as Dr George Mukhari Academic Hospital, Helen Joseph Tertiary Hospital, Steve Biko Academic Hospital, and Tembisa Hospital.
These upgrades are aimed at improving facility functionality and conditions for healthcare delivery, supporting the Gauteng government's priority of expanding access to quality healthcare. Additionally, the department is exploring public-private partnerships to address ageing facilities and meet the growing demand for mental health care.
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