Eastern Cape Premier Lubabalo Oscar Mabuyane will on Thursday, 13 August 2026, join the Defence and Military Veterans Minister, Angie Motshekga at the official commissioning of the new Gqeberha Military Base Hospital in Forest Hill, Gqeberha.
The commissioning of the facility marks a significant highlight in strengthening healthcare infrastructure and services for members of the SANDF in the province and forms part of the broader SANDF efforts to modernise and strengthen its capabilities, in line with its “Journey to Greatness” vision.
The facility is expected to contribute to a more responsive and future-focused military health system in the province and also highlights the importance of investing in modern healthcare facilities that support the wellbeing of military personnel and their families, while strengthening the capacity of the military health system to provide quality and accessible healthcare services.
The facility will further contribute to the Eastern Cape’s healthcare infrastructure and support broader efforts to improve healthcare delivery in the province.
To RSVP, kindly contact Thabisa Molose on 082 798 8220. Members of the media are invited to attend as follows:
Venue: Gqeberha Millitary Base Hospital, Willow Drive, Forest Hill, Gqeberha
Date: Thursday, 13 August 2026
Time: 10h00
Khuselwa Rantjie: Eastern Cape Provincial Communication Service Provincial Government Spokesperson
Cell: 081 028 8841
E-mail: khuselwa.rantjie@ecotp.gov.za
Enquiries: Enquiries: Sonwabo Mbananga
Director: Media Liaison Officer / Spokesperson to the Premier
Cell: 082 045 3963
E-mail: sonwabo.mbananga@ecotp.gov.za
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