Limpopo a step close to deliver 500 ambulances for this year
Limpopo Premier, Mr. Chupu Stanley Mathabatha, is set to make a significant contribution to healthcare on Tuesday, November 7, 2023, as he hands over 35 brand-new ambulances to the Emergency Medical Services at District Municipality Offices in the Sekhukhune District.
This new fleet of Emergency Medical Services vehicles represents a major step in the department's ongoing commitment to enhancing healthcare services for all residents of the province. This handover is a pivotal moment aligning with the set goal by the MEC for Health, Dr. Phophi Ramathuba, during the 2023/2024 budget speech, to provide a total of 500 new ambulances. In recent months, 105 new ambulances have already been commissioned and allocated to Emergency Medical Services stations across the province. It's important to note that additional districts and Emergency Medical Services stations are in the queue to receive new ambulances in upcoming batches.
Premier Mathabatha emphasized the crucial role of ambulance services in delivering timely medical care to patients, ensuring immediate attention, providing vital first aid, stabilizing patients, and preventing the deterioration of their condition. "Improving our ability to respond swiftly to emergency situations is our top priority," said Premier Mathabatha.
Details of the Handover Event:
Date: Tuesday, November 7, 2023
Venue: District Municipality Offices - Sekhukhune District)
Time: 11:30 AM
For further information or media inquiries, please reach out to the provided contacts.
Mr. Ndavhe Ramakuela
Provincial Government Spokesperson
Phone: 082 200 5357 / 067 267 2063
Or
Thilivhali Muavha
MEC's Spokesperson
Phone: 066 011 7034
