Brits District Hospital

08/06/2026

Safe food practises saves lives

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- Cook food thoroughly
- Separate raw and cooked food
- Keep food at safe temperatures

02/06/2026

Happy Dietitians Week.

02/06/2026

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01/06/2026

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01/06/2026

A Remarkable Recovery at Brits District Hospital

Mr. Sello Kekana, a 43-year-old man, was admitted to Brits District Hospital on 29 March after allegedly being doused with petrol and set alight by his partner. He sustained severe injuries, including more than 45% third-degree burns affecting multiple parts of his body.

Upon arrival at the Emergency Department, Mr. Kekana was unable to breathe independently, was experiencing excruciating pain, and presented with an unstable mental state. He was immediately classified as a Priority 1 patient and managed in the Resuscitation Area, where he received life-saving interventions, including assisted ventilation and intensive pain management.

Further assessment revealed pre-existing medical conditions that significantly compromised his lung function, adding complexity to his treatment and recovery. Due to the unavailability of beds at higher-level institutions, Mr. Kekana was admitted to Brits District Hospital, where a dedicated multidisciplinary team took responsibility for his care.

His treatment involved a collaborative approach from nurses, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, dietitians, Internal Medicine specialists, General Surgery Medical Officers, and Plastic Surgeons who provided ongoing consultation and guidance.

Over the course of his admission, Mr. Kekana showed remarkable progress. He was successfully weaned off assisted ventilation, his underlying medical conditions were stabilised, and his burn wounds healed exceptionally well. Notably, the burns to his face achieved complete healing.

Now, seven weeks since the incident, including four weeks of hospitalisation, Mr. Kekana continues to recover without complications. His recovery has been remarkable, particularly considering the severity of his injuries and his pre-existing health conditions.

Brits District Hospital commends the commitment and teamwork of all healthcare professionals involved in his care and wishes Mr. Kekana continued strength and healing on his journey to full recovery.

01/06/2026

PUBLIC NOTICE: REQUEST TO TRACE FAMILY MEMBERS

The Social Work Department at Brits District Hospital is requesting assistance from the community to locate the family of Mr David Mathemba (Date of birth indicating year of birth: 1960).

Mr Mathemba was brought to Wonderkop Clinic after being found in a nearby forest. He was later referred for medical care; however, despite all efforts, he sadly passed away. His relatives' whereabouts remain unknown, and he is currently at the Brits District Hospital Mortuary.

We kindly appeal to anyone who may know Mr David Mathemba, his family members, friends, neighbours, or any significant others to urgently contact the Social Work Department at Brits District Hospital.

Any information that may assist in locating his next of kin will be greatly appreciated.

For enquiries, please contact:
Social Work Department
Brits Distric Hospital
012 381 7037
Ms Deliwe

29/05/2026

Brits District Hospital recently concluded its final strategic planning session where Commission 1 to Commission 6 presented their Annual Operational Plans for the 2026/27 financial year. The session focused on strengthening service delivery, improving operational efficiency, and aligning the hospital’s goals with the needs of the community.

CEO Ms J.K Kwenje applauded all the commissions for their dedication, teamwork, and commitment throughout the planning process. She further provided guidance and a way forward on how the institution can successfully achieve the objectives and targets that were outlined during the strategic planning session.

Union representatives also shared their reflections and encouraged continued collaboration among all stakeholders to ensure the successful implementation of the plans. Board Chairperson Mr D. Khanye expressed his appreciation for the work done by the commissions and highlighted his passion for improving ICT systems within the institution. He indicated that strengthening ICT infrastructure and digital transformation is one of the key developments he would like to see taking place at Brits District Hospital in order to enhance healthcare service delivery and operational processes.

29/05/2026

28/05/2026

Day 2 of Strategic Planning for the 2026/27 Financial Year

Brits District Hospital continued with Day 2 of the strategic planning session focused on the development of the 2026/27 financial year strategic document. The session brought together management to review priorities, strengthen service delivery plans, and align the institution’s objectives with the healthcare needs of the community.

The strategic planning process aims to develop clear goals, operational targets, and sustainable strategies that will guide the hospital during the new financial year. Discussions focused on improving quality healthcare services, patient care, infrastructure, and efficient use of resources within the institution.