Dr Kenneth Kaunda District Health Shines in October: From Community Outreach to Provincial Recognition
- Karen Scheepers
- Oct 28
- 3 min read
October 2025 has been a month of impact, wellness, and recognition for the Dr Kenneth Kaunda District Health Department, with initiatives stretching from local community outreach campaigns to provincial-level achievements. The District’s activities aligned strongly with its ongoing mission to promote accessible healthcare, healthy lifestyles, and quality service delivery across all sub-districts.
❤️ 14 October – Bringing Health Services to the People
The District Health team continued its Tigane/Alabama Accelerated Service Outreach, taking essential health services directly into local communities. Residents were encouraged to get tested, know their status, and stay on treatment, as part of the province’s “We Come to You” campaign to close the 1.1 million HIV treatment gap.
The outreach offered a full package of services including HIV testing, PrEP initiation, screenings for TB, NCDs, and mental health, along with immunisation, family planning, and condom distribution.
🧼 15 October – Promoting Hand Hygiene Awareness
Staff across various health departments came together in a vibrant celebration of Global Hand Hygiene Day. Teams pledged to maintain good hand hygiene daily and to continue their role in preventing infections within healthcare environments.
The event highlighted unity and teamwork, as staff members wore different T-shirt colors representing departmental diversity and shared commitment to infection prevention and control.
🏃♀️ 17 October – Promoting Wellness through “Tshela Ka Itekanelo”
The Ventersdorp Local Area hosted a Health Walk & Run, accompanied by aerobics sessions and team-building games under the Tshela Ka Itekanelo Campaign, led by MEC Sello Lehari.
The event emphasised healthy living, fitness, and wellness in the workplace, reminding both staff and the public that physical activity plays a vital role in building a healthy and productive society.
🏥 23 October – Oversight Visit Praises Jouberton CHC
The North West Provincial Legislature Portfolio Committee on Health and Social Development conducted an oversight visit to the Jouberton Community Health Centre (CHC) in Matlosana.
The Committee commended the facility for strong compliance with health service standards and operational efficiency. While some minor concerns were noted, these were issues already being addressed by the district team led by District Health Services Director, Mr. Motsamai Moloi.
The Jouberton CHC, a 24-hour facility managed by Assistant Nursing Manager Ms. Vincentia Tsolela, provides a comprehensive package of primary healthcare services supported by dedicated operational managers and professional nursing teams.
🚴 26 October – Mental Health Awareness at Sun City
The North West Department of Health’s Bojanala District joined forces with Sun City for the Annual GM’s Kasi Ride for Mental Health Awareness, now in its fourth year.
The event combined physical activity with public education, featuring a 43 km cycle race, 21 km marathon, 10 km aerobics session, and community entertainment.
The Moses Kotane Sub-District team provided integrated health services, including HIV/STI testing, TB screening, cervical cancer screening, NCD checks, and mental health assessments, all part of the broader effort to close the 1.1 million HIV treatment gap in the province.
🏅 27 October – Potch Awards Celebrate District Excellence
The month culminated in a moment of pride for the Dr Kenneth Kaunda District, as several teams and professionals were recognized during the North West Department of Health Pharmacy Month Recognition Awards.
Among the key honors received were:
🏆 Branch Pharmacy Overall Medicine Availability – JB Marks Sub-District
🎓 Special Award for Continuous Learning & Research Project – Dr. Maryke Strydom
🏥 Branch Pharmacy Overall Medicine Availability – Witrand Specialised Hospital
💊 Best Performing District – TB Medicine Availability – Dr Kenneth Kaunda District
🌟 Best Overall Medicine Availability – Dr Kenneth Kaunda District
The recognition highlighted the District’s leadership in ensuring medicine availability, continuous professional development, and excellence in pharmaceutical services.
District officials expressed pride in the achievement, reaffirming their commitment to quality healthcare for all and continuous improvement across all facilities.
🌍 Commitment to Quality and Care
From community-based outreach and health promotion to provincial recognition, October reflected the Dr Kenneth Kaunda District’s integrated approach to health service delivery - combining outreach, education, physical wellness, and operational excellence.
As the District continues its “Start and Stay on Treatment” campaign, residents are reminded that healthcare is not just a facility-based service - it is a shared journey between communities and healthcare professionals dedicated to building a healthier North West.
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