MEC Masike to bid farewell to 35 medical bursary recipients
North West Health MEC, Dr Magome Masike will bid farewell to 35 young people awarded bursaries to study medicine in Cuba. The South Africa-Cuba Medical Programme was introduced in 1998 to address shortage of medical professionals in health facilities.
The candidates were selected on the basis of academic excellence and commitment to serve the poorest communities upon completion of their studies. Other criteria included a history of active involvement in their communities, and the potential to be a dedicated and caring doctor. Priority was given to students from disadvantaged communities.
The farewell function will be held on Saturday, 22 August 2015 at the North West EMRS College, Orkney at 10h00.
Members of the media are invited.
Enquiries:
Tebogo Lekgethwane
Provincial Health spokesperson
Cell: 082 929 9958
E-mail: tlekgethwane@nwpg.gov.za
