New fleet of ambulances for Sekhukhune Emergency Medical Services

GA-MAILA – Sekhukhune District Emergency Medical Services received a major boost when Limpopo MEC for Health, Dr. Phophi Ramathuba officially handed over to them, 86 new state-of-the-art ambulances at Killers Sports Ground in Maila Segolo Village on Friday, 8 March.

The Limpopo Department of Health (LDoH) stated that the new fleet of ambulances demonstrates the commitment to improving healthcare services across the province.

“This handover is a pivotal moment aligned with the set goal by MEC Ramathuba, during the 2023/2024 budget speech, to provide a total of 500 new ambulances. In the recent months, many ambulances have been allocated to Emergency Medical Services stations across the province. It is important to note that all of our new ambulances are fitted with modern medical equipment. Crew members will have to sign an oath to ensure accountability for any loss of the equipment from the ambulances,” explained Neil Shikwambana, LDoH spokesperson.

MEC Ramathuba said that distribution of the ambulances to EMS stations across the province has significantly brought a major change in the way EMS personnel respond to calls.

Ramathuba indicated that ambulance services play a pivotal role in delivering timely medical care to patients, ensuring immediate attention, providing vital first aid, stabilizing patients and preventing the deterioration of their condition.

The vent marked a crucial milestone in improving emergency healthcare services in the region, ensuring communities have access to efficient medical assistance when needed.

Makhuduthamaga Local Municipality Mayor, Merah Mahlase and Sekhukhune District Municipality MMC, Kukie Sefala, who represented Executive Mayor Minah Bahula, joined the MEC during the official handover.

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